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Dr. James DeCaestecker, DO

Dr. James DeCaestecker, DO

Trauma Surgery*
(440) 701-6211

Dr. James DeCaestecker, DO is a trauma surgery specialist in Englewood, OH. He is affiliated with medical facilities Atrium Medical Center and Miami Valley Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 58 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (58 reviews)
(440) 701-6211
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9000 N Main St Ste 233
Englewood, OH 45415

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise • Dr. DeCaestecker specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital • Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Quiet Hospital • Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals

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Dr. DeCaestecker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. DeCaestecker

4.2
58 ratings, 55 with a written review
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This dr ignored an infection following a surgery & my mom almost died. He is arrogant unapologetic & not empathetic. Just a terrible dr & human being.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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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Natalie Miller – Apr 11, 2024
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Bad bedside manner with greasy hair.Cant think for himself you can tell his MA is ran hard.I won't be going back
What went well
  • Office environment
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Sarah – Dec 28, 2023
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The staff was excellent. The receptionist was so kind. The nurse that I saw and the scheduler were wonderful.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 13, 2023
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I don't think that the dr even cared about what I was talking about and what I am going thru. He act as if he didn't want to do his job. He didn't check my situation out he just went with his own thoughts.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 09, 2023
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This group has shown professional experience and efficiency, Im I'm happy to have made a choice to come here.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 06, 2023
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I just want to say the receptionist at the front desk was amazingly sweet, but whoever I talked to over the phone prior to getting my appointment scheduled was extremely rude
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 02, 2023
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The visit was great!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 26, 2023
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My PCP called him and the next day he worked me in. Great customer service!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 26, 2023
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Everything was great
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No results
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No results
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May 23, 2023
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Great doctor, "a straight shooter "
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 23, 2023
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It was GREAT seeing the faces of the provider staff. No masks!
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 02, 2023
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Quick with no long waits in reception room.
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 25, 2023
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very good place
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 25, 2023
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The 2 employees in the front office are the nicest people I've ever eexperienced! Kudos to them!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 11, 2023
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Thank you for the encouraging words for how well we are doing managing the tube feed and the eventual dropping of this present need.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 19, 2022
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Although it took a second visit to get a complete understanding of my upcoming procedure, I did leave with a good understanding of it all.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 19, 2022
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Great physician Was extremely knowledgeable concerning my condition and is a good listener. Was a pleasant experience. Will defiantly consult with him again.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 09, 2022
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Doctor stepped in to repair an incision in the absence of my regular surgeon. Very grateful for his attention to my problem.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 09, 2022
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We had to wait in the waiting area for 80 minutes after our scheduled appointment. Numerous other patients arriving after us waited no more than 15 minutes. At a minimum, we should have been placed in a room to wait on the doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 09, 2022
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Thank you.
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No results
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Jul 26, 2022
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About Me

biography

James E. de Caestecker, DO, FACS is a graduate of Boston College and the University of Health Sciences College of Medicine. He completed his residency in General Surgery at the Medical College of Pennsylvania, Medical Center of Central Massachusetts,...read more

  • Trauma Surgery

  • General Surgery

  • Colorectal Surgery

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  • University Of Massachusetts Chan Medical School

    Internship Hospital

  • Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School

  • Hahnemann University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2001

  • Hahnemann University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Miami Valley Hospital

    1 Wyoming St
    Dayton, OH 45409

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

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  • Atrium Medical Center

    1 Medical Center Dr
    Middletown, OH 45005
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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