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Dr. James Olson, MD

Dr. James Olson, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. James Olson, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Reno, NV and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center and Banner Lassen Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 36 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (36 reviews)

Practice

6630 S McCarran Blvd Ste A4 Reno, NV 89509
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(775) 828-2873

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Olson specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Olson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Olson

2.9

36 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Office Staff – Sep 04, 2024
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Telehealth
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
1 person found this helpful
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Timothy m – Nov 30, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Sep 21, 2023
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Andy – Jun 12, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
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Timothy m – May 30, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Rusty Stich – Apr 28, 2023
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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
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 06, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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EH – Jan 27, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Idona – Jul 02, 2020
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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
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Theresa Haight – Oct 05, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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April C. – Jun 22, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
9 people found this helpful
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Mona Uruburu in Janesvilke, CA – Nov 27, 2018
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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
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Eric Stubbs in Reno, NV – Feb 23, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
18 people found this helpful
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jmh in Reno, NV – Dec 01, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
  • Long wait times
32 people found this helpful
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J. Pine in Incline Village, NV – Apr 02, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Olson, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Reno, NV and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint...read more

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • 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.

  • La Co Harbor Ucla Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Brigham Young Universtiy

    Undergraduate School

  • Harbor-ucla Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1996

  • Saint Louis University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Sierra Regional Spine Institute6630 S McCarran Blvd Ste A4 Reno, NV 89509
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Practice

Office6630 S McCarran Blvd Ste A2 Reno, NV 89509
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Renown Regional Medical Center

    1155 Mill St
    Reno, NV 89502
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center

    235 W 6th St
    Reno, NV 89503
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Banner Lassen Medical Center

    1800 Spring Ridge Dr
    Susanville, CA 96130

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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