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Dr. James Anderson, DPM

Dr. James Anderson, DPM

Podiatry*

Dr. James Anderson, DPM is a podiatry specialist in Fort Collins, CO. He is affiliated with medical facilities HSHS St. Elizabeth's Hospital and Poudre Valley Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 37 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (37 reviews)

Practice

1355 Riverside Ave Ste C Fort Collins, CO 80524
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(970) 484-4620

Dr. Anderson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Anderson specializes in the areas of Foot Surgery & Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Podiatric 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. Anderson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Anderson

3.6

37 ratings, 33 with a written review
5 Star
65%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
3%
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1 Star
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32%

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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 24, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
Helpful
Apr 04, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 13, 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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Katherine JAVERNICK – Nov 27, 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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sara – Sep 21, 2021
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Concerned – May 03, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Former MA – May 03, 2021
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
hrmom – Oct 01, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Shirley – Sep 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jack D – Apr 18, 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
I highly recommend Dr. Jim Anderson! – Apr 14, 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 09, 2020
Thank you so much for taking the time to post...Read More
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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
Helpful
Anna – Mar 09, 2020
Anna, thank you very much for your great review...Read More
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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
Helpful
Mike – Mar 09, 2020
Mike, we're so glad to hear you are sleeping so...Read More
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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
Helpful
Anna – Mar 08, 2020
Anna, thanks for your great words and the time...Read More
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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
Andy – Feb 16, 2020
Andy - it is so great to hear your review! Thank...Read More
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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
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Shelly Modreske – Jun 26, 2018
Shelly, thank you for your great words. We...Read More
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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
Helpful
Kellie – Jun 18, 2018
Kellie thanks so much for your great review of Dr...Read More
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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
Helpful
Kati – Jun 12, 2018
Kati, thanks so much for the time you took to...Read More
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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
Helpful
Becky in Loveland, CO – Jun 09, 2018
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About Me

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care philosophy

Dr. Anderson believes in giving his patients the most advanced, accurate, and effective podiatric care in a welcoming environment.

biography

James Anderson, DPM, founded Anderson Podiatry Center (formerly the Poudre Valley Foot and Ankle Clinic) in 1981 in Fort Collins. He has since opened two other offices in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and Broomfield, Colorado.

Dr. Andersoin...read more

  • Podiatry

  • Pain Medicine Neurology

  • Podiatry Sports 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.

  • Va Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • California School Of Podiatric Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery®
American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
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Foot Surgery†
American Board of Podiatric Medicine®
American Board of Podiatric Medicine
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Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Podiatric Medicine†
†Self designated 

Dr. Anderson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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    Locations

    Practice

    Poudre Valley Foot and Ankle Clinic PC1355 Riverside Ave Ste C Fort Collins, CO 80524
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Directions

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • HSHS St. Elizabeth's Hospital

      1 Saint Elizabeth Blvd
      O Fallon, IL 62269
      Recipient of 4
      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

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      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

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

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Poudre Valley Hospital

      1024 S Lemay Ave
      Fort Collins, CO 80524
      Recipient of 18
      hospital awards

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

      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™ (2024, 2023, 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.

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

      5% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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