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Dr. James Rotchford, MD

Dr. James Rotchford, MD

Addiction Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. James Rotchford, MD is an addiction medicine internist in Port Townsend, WA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities Jefferson Healthcare and Olympic Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Practice

800 W Park Ave Port Townsend, WA 98368
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(360) 531-0963

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Rotchford specializes in the areas of Addiction Medicine & Public Health & General Preventive Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Rotchford's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rotchford

4.4

7 ratings, 2 with a written review
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4 Star
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1 Star
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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
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Thomas Winter – Mar 24, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Rotchford believes in getting the best outcomes for his patients as safely as possible. He is willing to prescribe strong and dangerous medicines and procedures when indicated but prefers whenever possible safer alternatives. He was recognized...read more

  • Addiction Medicine

  • Pain Management

  • Acupuncture

  • Public Health & General Preventive Medicine

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

  • University Of Washington School Of Public Health

    Residency Hospital

  • Montreal Gen Hosp-mcgill University

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of Washington School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980

  • University Of Washington, Seattle

    Undergraduate School, 1973

  • University Of California At Berkeley

    Undergraduate School, 1971

  • 1974-76

  • University Of Nantes / U.f.r Of Medicine And Medical Techniques

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Preventive Medicine®
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Addiction Medicine
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Public Health & General Preventive Medicine
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. Information last updated March 29, 2025. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Board actions foundState licensing board
More than three years ago
Washington Medical Commission

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Locations

Practice

Office800 W Park Ave Port Townsend, WA 98368
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Olympas Medical Services LLC1136 Water St Ste 107 Port Townsend, WA 98368
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Office2023 E Sims Way Port Townsend, WA 98368
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Jefferson Healthcare

    834 Sheridan St
    Port Townsend, WA 98368
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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

    View all awards

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

    92%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Olympic Medical Center

    939 Caroline St
    Port Angeles, WA 98362

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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