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Dr. James Shurlow, DO

Dr. James Shurlow, DO

General Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. James Shurlow, DO is a general surgeon in Gaylord, MI and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from A. T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2009. He is affiliated with medical facilities Otsego Memorial Hospital and Munson Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

829 N Center Ave Gaylord, MI 49735

Make an Appointment

(989) 731-7987

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Shurlow is affiliated with Munson Medical Center Traverse City, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Shurlow specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • See reviews
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Dr. Shurlow's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shurlow

3.6

9 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
56%
56%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
11%
11%
2 Star
11%
11%
1 Star
22%
22%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
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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Jul 16, 2024
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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
Helpful
Robin – Sep 05, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Eleanor Atkins – May 23, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 23, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 05, 2019
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Michael G. Andrews – Nov 30, 2019
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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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Liv89 in Gaylord , MI – Jun 29, 2018
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What went well
  • Wait times
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
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Jun 09, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Shurlow, DO is a general surgeon in Gaylord, MI and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from A. T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2009. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • General Surgery

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  • A. T. Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2009
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office829 N Center Ave Gaylord, MI 49735
1
Grayling Family Practice Clinic1010 W North Down River Rd Grayling, MI 49738
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Munson Medical Center

    1105 Sixth St
    Traverse City, MI 49684
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence 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

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

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

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

    5% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Otsego Memorial Hospital

    825 N Center Ave
    Gaylord, MI 49735

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    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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