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Dr. John Wahlig Jr, MD

Dr. John Wahlig Jr, MD

Neurosurgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. John Wahlig Jr, MD is a neurosurgeon in Portland, ME and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1994. He is affiliated with Northern Light Mercy Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (31 reviews)

Practice

195 Fore River Pkwy Ste 490 Portland, ME 04102
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Wahlig Jr is affiliated with Northern Light Mercy Hospital Portland, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Wahlig Jr is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Wahlig Jr specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. 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. Wahlig Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wahlig Jr

4.2

31 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
77%
77%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
16%
16%

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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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Amber Brown – Feb 25, 2025
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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
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Hope – Jul 01, 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
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Kelley – Jun 17, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Nov 17, 2022
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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
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MhopeS – Jun 22, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 16, 2021
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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
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Sheila Chruchill – Dec 03, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 11, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Merritt Island, FL – Feb 24, 2017
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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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Wells, ME – Jun 02, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
confused & in pain in maine – May 18, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Wahlig Jr, MD is a neurosurgeon in Portland, ME and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1994. He is affiliated with Northern Light Mercy Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Neurosurgery

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

  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Wahlig Jr is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    Casco Bay Gastroenterology LLC195 Fore River Pkwy Ste 490 Portland, ME 04102
    1
    Mercy Fore River Express Care175 Fore River Pkwy Portland, ME 04102
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Northern Light Mercy Hospital

      175 Fore River Pkwy
      Portland, ME 04102
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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.

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

      7% higher than the national average

      85%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      20% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality