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Dr. James Jastifer, MD

Dr. James Jastifer, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. James Jastifer, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Kalamazoo, MI. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ascension Borgess Hospital and Ascension Borgess Allegan Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

2490 S 11th St Ste 201 Kalamazoo, MI 49009

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Dr. Jastifer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Jastifer

4.2
21 ratings, 16 with a written review
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Morton Neuroma Surgery
Dr Jastifer performed Morton Neuroma Surgery on my right foot, he advised me that I would have a numb spot in between 2 toes He was totally wrong The whole front third of my foot is numb and it affects the way I walk I would never advise anyone to get this surgery done I don’t know if Dr Jastifer didn’t know what it would feel like or if I was lied to I’m not happy with the results Thanks Dr Jastifer
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Wendell – Sep 17, 2024
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Excellent. He is very knowledgeable, and focused on your needs. Kind and supportive!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Mary, Battle Creek – Sep 17, 2022
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I really believe that Dr. Jastifer cares and is fully detailed. I just left feeling awkward as some of my encounters with staff did not have welcoming or hospitable vibes. I also left there and somehow had my name changed in the system resulting in the removal of my title.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Mar 24, 2022
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Everyone was friendly. Doctor explained everything good. He did xrays right in the office.
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
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Tammy, Delton – Nov 23, 2021
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He was very good with my mom's foot did up dated xrays an showed them to her
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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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Dawn Dean – Oct 25, 2021
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Does Dr. Jastifer work out of Bronson Hospital also? He has been recommended to us but we prefer Bronson over Borgess. We have not met with him as of yet...
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Pat – Jul 26, 2019
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dr. jastifer showed a personal touch to his patience for the amount of time he spent with you. if you needed a little more time in the office, he would take that time with you. also he went out of his way to say hi and ask how things were going for me a couple of times when he saw me at the hospital. once for my daughter who was being prep for surgery and another time I was there for my mother.
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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bill in hickory corners, MI – Sep 22, 2018
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Saw Dr.Jastifer for 1st time today...I had a terrible fall at home..Very kind and explained my (chipped) fractured fibula..even had me look at xrays they did in their office..to help me see and understand my injury! Explained my prognosis..and my plan of treatment! I feel whatever is ahead for me healing wise..etc that Im actually in Great Capable Hands.. Impressed ps ..Everyone in this office is very kind.. Thankyou Dr.Jastifer.. ?
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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connie fullerton in Battle Creek, MI – Aug 05, 2017
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Dr. Jastifer recently performed reconstruction surgery on my foot. Dr. Jastifer is personable and knowledge and put me at ease over this major surgical procedure. Everything went well, I followed his specific medical orders and for the first time in years I have no pain in my foot! His entire staff is great to deal with!
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
5 others found this helpful
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Nancy Hess in Plainwell, MI – Feb 08, 2017
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Fantastic, knowledgable surgeon with great hands. Had him do two procedures. Wonderful outcomes. Best around.
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
3 others found this helpful
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New York, NY – Feb 07, 2017
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Dr. J is young, knowledgable and easy to work with. His repair of my ruptured achilles tendon went well and my recovery has been great.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mitch in Kalamazoo, MI – Jan 12, 2017
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Absolutely wonderful experience! My surgery went extremely well. Dr. J. Explained everything, and had a super office staff that did not take crap from the Veterans Choice program, which is often a nightmare for us veterans! I highly recommend Borgess Orthopedics!
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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Natalie Neckermann in Kalamazoo, MI – Dec 27, 2016
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I came to Dr. Jastifer to get a second opinion on a previous injury. In my first visit he found out what problem I was having, compared to multiple visits with a different doctor who did not diagnosis the injury properly. He explained what was going on in easy to understand way. His knowledge he showed when describing the procedure and what was going on helped settle my nerves regarding surgery. After he performed the surgery, every check up he showed support and answered my questions. Great Dr.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Matt in Battle Creek, MI – Dec 12, 2016
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Great doctor. Explained everything. Very concerned about you and took time to not only listen to you but made sure you understood.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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J reed in Sherwood, MI – Dec 03, 2016
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Dr jastifer is fantastic. His bedside manner is top notch. There is no great matter with him. He's brief and to the point. When he is done you know what your options are and have an idea of where to go next. Dr Jastafer is another fine example of how Borgess cultures good health care by maintaining a staff that patients are comfortable with.
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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Hunter Dodge in East Leroy, MI – Dec 01, 2016
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Dr. Jastifer did surgery on a broken tibia and torn meniscus. He is a very caring doctor. I would recommend family and friends most definitely. Has an awesome bed side manner. Explanation of surgery and recovery very undestanding.
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
10 others found this helpful
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Feb 03, 2016
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Locations

Practice

Ascension Borgess Hospital2490 S 11th St Ste 201 Kalamazoo, MI 49009
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Ascension Borgess Allegan Hospital555 Linn St Allegan, MI 49010
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Practice

Michiana Physical Medicine2310 California Rd Elkhart, IN 46514
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  • Hours
    • Mon: closed
    • Tue: 1:00pm - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 12:00pm
    • Fri: closed
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Ascension Borgess Hospital1521 Gull Rd Kalamazoo, MI 49048
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ascension Borgess Hospital

    1521 Gull Rd
    Kalamazoo, MI 49048
    Recipient of 54
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Ascension Borgess Allegan Hospital

    555 Linn St
    Allegan, MI 49010

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

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

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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