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Dr. James Whittum, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
2.1 (21)
Map Pin Small Hermiston, OR
Accepting new patients
35 years of experience

Overview of Dr. James Whittum, MD

Dr. James Whittum, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Hermiston, OR. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 35 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine and is affiliated with Good Shepherd Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Whittum an average 2.1 star rating.

Dr. Whittum works at Practice in Hermiston, OR with other offices in Williamstown, MA. They frequently treat conditions like Humerus Fracture and Broken Arm along with other conditions at varying frequencies. 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. Whittum's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Jm Jeremy Anderson DO
    620 NW 11th St Ste 201, Hermiston, OR 97838 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (541) 289-7075
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    600 NW 11th St Ste E37, Hermiston, OR 97838 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (541) 667-3400
  3. 3
    Northern Berkshire Orthopedics PC
    375 Main St, Williamstown, MA 01267 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (413) 458-4452
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    Good Shepherd Health Care System
    610 NW 11th St, Hermiston, OR 97838 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (541) 667-3400
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  • Good Shepherd Medical Center

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Humerus Fracture
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Peripheral Nerve Block
Humerus Fracture
Broken Arm
Peripheral Nerve Block

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Humerus Fracture
Broken Arm
Peripheral Nerve Block
Joint Pain
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Degenerative Disc Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Meniscus Tear
Miner's Knee
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Piriformis Syndrome
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Sciatica
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Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Finger
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Release
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Neuroplasty
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Bunion
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Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Stress Fracture
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Hip Pointer
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Morton's Neuroma
Myelopathy
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteopenia
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Knee
Rib Fracture
Runner's Knee
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Scoliosis
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Osteophyte
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spinal Osteophyte
Spine Deformities
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Stress Fracture of Foot
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Wrist Fracture
ACL Surgery
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Biceps Tendon Repair
Bunion Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Facet Blocks
Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Dislocation
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Knee Replacement Revision
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Partial Hip Replacement
Partial Knee Replacement
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Spinal Nerve Block
Total Hip Replacement
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wound Repair
Wrist Replacement
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    About Dr. James Whittum, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 35 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • 1750321089
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    Education & Certifications

    Internship
    • University of Illinois Chicago
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
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    Dr. Whittum has seen patients for Humerus Fracture and Broken Arm, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Whittum on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    21 patients have reviewed Dr. Whittum. The overall rating for this provider is 2.1. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Whittum.

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