Dr. James E. Phillips, MD | Wellesley, MA | Orthopedist | US News Doctors

Overview

Dr. James E. Phillips is an orthopedist in Wellesley, Massachusetts and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital and New England Baptist Hospital. He received his medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. James E. Phillips has expertise in treating hip replacement, bursitis, arthritis, among other conditions - see all areas of expertise. Dr. James E. Phillips accepts Medicare, Blue Cross, United Healthcare - see other insurance plans accepted.

Doctor's Details

Specialties

Specialty

Orthopedics

Orthopedic surgeons diagnose and treat conditions of the muscles, bones and joints. They often treat sports injuries, degenerative diseases, tumors, infections and birth defects. They also perform joint repair and replacement surgeries.

Subspecialties

General Orthopedic Surgery

Doctor's Details

Patient Awards

  • Patients recommend

    Patients would recommend to friends and family.

  • Makes time for patients

    Spends appropriate amount of time with patient and provides thorough examinations.

Patient Experience

Very Positive

(4/5)

132 Reviews Total|54 Reviews Within Last 12 Months

Thoroughness of Examination

Previous patients' satisfaction in their perception of the thoroughness of the examination they received from this physician

Excellent

(5/5)

Ability to Answer Questions

Previous patients' assessment of this physician's ability to answer all of their questions

Positive

(3/5)

Clarity of Instructions

Previous patients' satisfaction in the clarity of this physician's instructions for taking care of their health condition

Fair

(2/5)

Provider's follow-up

Previous patients' satisfaction of the followup care they received from this physician and responsiveness to their concerns

Fair

(2/5)

Amount of Time with Patient

Previous patients' satisfaction with the time this physician spent with them during appointments

Fair

(2/5)

Provider's Attitude

Previous patients' assessment of this physician's friendliness and caring attitude

Positive

(3/5)

Perceived Outcomes

Previous patients' satisfaction with the physician's treatment of a condition or outcome of a procedure

Positive

(3/5)

Patient Loyalty

Previous patients' trust in this physician, likelihood to see this physician again, or willingness to recommend this physician to another patient

Excellent

(5/5)

General Feedback

Previous patients' general assessment of this physician

Very Positive

(4/5)

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Areas of Expertise for Dr. Phillips

This doctor provides the following types of care. The more often a doctor has treated a particular condition or has performed a particular surgery, the more expertise they may have in treating patients with similar needs. Based on three years (2020-2022) of Medicare data, each scale below indicates the volume of episodes compared to other doctors who treat the same condition. Click here to learn more about our methodology.

Knee replacementKnee replacement surgery involves replacing a damaged knee joint with an artificial joint.

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Most

Hip replacementHip replacement surgery is performed to replace a damaged hip joint with an artificial joint.

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Most

Knee arthroscopyKnee arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure to diagnose and treat knee joint issues.

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Most

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Location & Contact Information

Doctor Address

230 Worcester St, Wellesley, MA, 02481

(617) 654-7111

Affiliated Hospitals

1

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital

2

Mount Auburn Hospital

3

New England Baptist Hospital

Where does Dr. Phillips practice?

Doctor’s Office

Atrius Health, Inc.

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5/5

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Hospital Affiliations

Brigham and Women's Faulkner HospitalBoston, MA

#8 in Massachusetts

High Performing in Orthopedics and Knee Replacement

New England Baptist HospitalBoston, MA

#12 in Orthopedics

High Performing in Hip Fracture, Hip Replacement and Knee Replacement

Education & Experience

Medical School & Residency

University of Minnesota

Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1997-2001

Howard University College of Medicine

Medical School

Certifications & Licensure

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Certified in Orthopaedic Surgery

MN State Medical License

Active through 2002

MA State Medical License

Active through 2025

PA State Medical License

Active through 2002

Awards, Honors & Recognitions

CMS Stage 1 EHR, 2011

CMS Stage 1 EHR, 2013

Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Phillips

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Dr. Phillips' office is located at 230 Worcester St, Wellesley, MA. View the map.
Orthopedic surgeons diagnose and treat conditions of the muscles, bones and joints. They often treat sports injuries, degenerative diseases, tumors, infections and birth defects. They also perform joint repair and replacement surgeries. See all conditions on Dr. Phillips' profile.

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Works at Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital

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