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Dr. James Carey, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
3.9 (55)
Map Pin Small Philadelphia, PA
Accepting new patients
23 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. James Carey, MD

Dr. James Carey, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Philadelphia, PA. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 23 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. They graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine and is affiliated with Pennsylvania Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Carey an average 3.9 star rating.

Dr. Carey works at Practice in Philadelphia, PA. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Carey's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Penn Sports Medicine Weightman Hall
    235 S 33rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (800) 789-7366
  2. 2
    Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
    3400 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19104 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (215) 662-3340

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  • Pennsylvania Hospital

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Sports Medicine Surgery
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    3.9
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    About Dr. James Carey, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 23 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1265460240
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Vanderbilt University MC
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Duke University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery
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    Dr. James Carey, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Carey is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    55 patients have reviewed Dr. Carey. The overall rating for this provider is 3.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Carey.

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