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Dr. James Rachel, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
4.9 (120)
Map Pin Small Mobile, AL
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17 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. James Rachel, MD

Dr. James Rachel, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgery Specialist in Mobile, AL. They specialize in Orthopedic Hand Surgery, has 17 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine and is affiliated with Mobile Infirmary and Providence Hospital. Dr. Rachel, completed a residency at The University Of Tennessee Campbell Clinic Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery. Patients rated Dr. Rachel an average 4.9 star rating.

Dr. Rachel works at The Orthopaedic Group, P.C. in Mobile, AL with other offices in Saraland, AL and Foley, AL. They frequently treat conditions like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Finger and Limb Pain along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Rachel's Office Locations

  1. 1
    The Orthopaedic Group, P.C. Mobile AL
    6144 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL 36608 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (251) 476-5050
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2
    The Orthopaedic Group, P.C. Springhill Office
    1720 Spring Hill Ave Ste 100, Mobile, AL 36604 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (251) 476-5050
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  3. 3
    The Orthopaedic Group. P.C. Saraland Office
    880 Industrial Pkwy # H, Saraland, AL 36571 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (251) 476-5050
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  4. 4
    The Orthopaedic Group, P.C.
    1711 N McKenzie St, Foley, AL 36535 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (251) 476-5050
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  5. 5
    Office
    6144 Airport Blvd, Mobile, AL 36608 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (251) 639-7283
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Mobile Infirmary
  • Providence Hospital

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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Trigger Finger
Limb Pain

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Trigger Finger
Limb Pain
Broken Arm
De Quervain's Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Joint Pain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Tenosynovitis
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision of Ganglion
Neuroplasty
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
De Quervain's Release
Bursitis
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Chronic Neck Pain
Elbow Sprain
Gout
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Humerus Fracture
Medial Epicondylitis
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Arthrocentesis
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Tenotomy
Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hand Tendon Repair
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wrist Replacement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Impingement
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Bunion
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Bursitis of Hip
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondromalacia
Clavicle Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Congenital Hand Anomaly
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Pointer
Hip Tendinitis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Miner's Knee
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteopenia
Osteophyte of Hand
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
Plantar Fasciitis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Elbow
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Scapular Fracture
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Wrist Osteophyte
Biceps Tendon Repair
Bursal Drainage
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Dislocation Open Reduction
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Replacement Revision
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hip Dislocation
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Partial Hip Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Trigger Point Injection
Wrist Fusion
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    4.9
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    About Dr. James Rachel, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 17 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1609096486
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Orthopaedic Hand Surgery University of Tennessee, Campbell Clinic Department of Orthopedic Surgery
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • The University Of Tennessee Campbell Clinic Department Of Orthopaedic Surgery
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • 2019 - University of South Alabama, Mobile, AL
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
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    Dr. Rachel has seen patients for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Finger and Limb Pain, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Rachel on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    120 patients have reviewed Dr. Rachel. The overall rating for this provider is 4.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Rachel.

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