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Dr. James Raphael, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
4.9 (87)
Map Pin Small Elkins Park, PA
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience
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Overview of Dr. James Raphael, MD

Dr. James Raphael, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Elkins Park, PA. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 36 years of experience, and is board certified in Hand Surgery. They graduated from State University Of New York Syracuse and is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Raphael an average 4.9 star rating.

Dr. Raphael works at Einstein OB/GYN Associates in Elkins Park, PA with other offices in Philadelphia, PA. They frequently treat conditions like Broken Arm and Osteoarthritis of Wrist along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Raphael's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Einstein Orthopedics at Elkins Park
    60 Township Line Rd, Elkins Park, PA 19027 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (484) 393-5736
  2. 2
    Einstein Orthopedics at Willowcrest Building
    1200 W Tabor Rd Bldg 4, Philadelphia, PA 19141 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (484) 393-5736
  3. 3
    Einstein Orthopedics at Center One
    9880 Bustleton Ave Ste 220, Philadelphia, PA 19115 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (484) 393-5736

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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.
Broken Arm
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Abdominal Pain
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
De Quervain's Disease
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Limb Pain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Radiculopathy
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis
Tenosynovitis
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand Tendon Repair
Neuroplasty
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Breast Cancer
Bursitis
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Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Colorectal Cancer
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Degenerative Disc Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Osteophyte
Elbow Sprain
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Gynecologic Cancer
Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hiatal Hernia
Hip Fracture
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Knee Fracture
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Lipomas
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Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Medial Epicondylitis
Miner's Knee
Muscle Cramping
Myelopathy
Neck Muscle Strain
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteophyte of Hand
Osteosarcoma
Pelvic Fracture
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pinched Nerve in Back
Pleural Effusion
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Elbow
Rib Fracture
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Secondary Malignancies
Shoulder Dislocation
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spina Bifida
Spina Bifida Occulta
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thyroid Nodule
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Torticollis
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Biceps Tendon Repair
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Elbow Fracture Repair
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Foot Fracture Treatment Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hand Fracture Treatment Open
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Replacement
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wound Repair
Wrist Fusion
Wrist Replacement
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    • First Health
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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.9
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    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 36 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1093783581
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • State University Of New York Syracuse
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital

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    Dr. James Raphael, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Raphael is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Raphael has seen patients for Broken Arm and Osteoarthritis of Wrist, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Raphael on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    87 patients have reviewed Dr. Raphael. 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. Raphael.

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