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Dr. James Dahl, MD

Dr. James Dahl, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. James Dahl, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Wenatchee, WA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Confluence Health Hospital | Central Campus and Confluence Health Hospital | Mares Campus. He is accepting new patients.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

820 N Chelan Ave Wenatchee, WA 98801

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Dahl is affiliated with Confluence Health Hospital | Mares Campus Wenatchee, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Dahl specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Dahl's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dahl

2.8
18 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
6%
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3 star
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2 star
6%
6%
1 star
50%
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Great doctor
Dr Dahl did not like my questioning him of his recommendation the first time I went in to see him, but the second time he seemed in a better mood and we did well. He takes his job seriously and did an excellent knee replacement. He actually smiled when he came to see me before surgery. His bedside manner could use improvement BUT he is who he is. I'd rather have a great surgeon with a questionable attitude than one who is friendly and a lousy surgeon.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
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Ginger Bentley – Mar 12, 2025
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Awesome
Dr. Dahl went above and beyond after my husband had total hip surgery last week! Thank you for your support and kindness!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 28, 2025
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Do not waste your time. Rude, unprofessional and degrades you. Went in after my IME says I need surgery and this Dr says I’m fine and cleared to change tires again when my rotator cuff is torn. Confluence health orthopedics is a complete joke and please save yourself and go elsewhere especially away from Dr Dahl
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Alexander Law – Apr 19, 2024
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Very good.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 19, 2023
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The WORST! I was in a boating accident where my the rope wrapped around my arm and pulled me, he took one look for five minutes and said it’s nothing but a bruise! I saw off the clock medical friends who all said an MRi was necessary and Dr. Dahl reluctantly agreed after I told him I wanted one. Then he stormed out.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Jul 28, 2021
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The absolute worst.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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May 22, 2019
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He did a great job fixing my dislocated knee cap. Would go back to him for any other orthopedic problems
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Yakima, WA – Dec 11, 2018
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Horrible doctor, people only go to him because you can get in right away. Wait it out and see someone else. He botched my friend's Tibia and screwed up my ankle. Terrible bedside manner!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Julie in Leavenworth , WA – Sep 21, 2018
I saw this patient one time in 2012 . I am not... Read More
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Dahl, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Wenatchee, WA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Brooke Army Mc

    Residency Hospital, 1995
  • Madigan Army Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1989
  • Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences F. Edward Hébert School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Confluence Health/Wenatchee Valley Hospital820 N Chelan Ave Wenatchee, WA 98801
1

Practice

Confluence Health Haug Building803 N Emerson Ave Wenatchee, WA 98801
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Confluence Health Hospital | Mares Campus

    820 N Chelan Ave
    Wenatchee, WA 98801
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Confluence Health Hospital | Central Campus

    1201 S Miller St
    Wenatchee, WA 98801
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Lake Chelan Community Hospital

    110 S Apple Blossom Dr
    Chelan, WA 98816
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