Dr. James Higgins, MD
Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience
Dr. James Higgins, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Baltimore, MD and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Higgins has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry in 1996. He is affiliated with MedStar Union Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
4.9 Star Rating
Based on 73 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (73 reviews)
3333 North Calvert Street NHC 200
3333 N Calvert St Ste 200 Baltimore, MD 21218Telehealth available
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Higgins
4.9
73 ratings, 55 with a written review
| 5 star | 96% | 96% |
| 4 star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 star | 1% | 1% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 3% | 3% |
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Caring and thorough.
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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Judi P – Apr 04, 2025
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Honest and friendly
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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Apr 01, 2025
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I think what I really appreciate about Dr. Higgins is that he will not rush into surgery. Very conservative, will try other modalities of treatment before he cuts. He has done multiple surgeries on both hands but not before we tried other treatments. I would certainly recommend him to anyone who asks me to recommend a hand surgeon. As a matter of fact, I have already recommended him to family and friends.
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
What could be improved
- Long wait times
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Mar 11, 2025
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Dr. Higgins was the bomb what I enjoyed most about him was his professionalism and his bedside manner. He was very personable person if I ever have a problem with my hand or hands, I would definitely return and recommend him by name.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 26, 2025
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Excellent clinician
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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Feb 18, 2025
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Dr Higgins is awesome! Very knowledgable and kind!
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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Molly P – Feb 07, 2025
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Informed, experienced, amazing demeanor of caring and compassion as well as direct and to the point. It was a pleasant experience.
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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Pam Revie – Feb 07, 2025
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The fact that Dr. Higgins casted my daughter himself and didn't pass it to a fellow or someone else is still amazing to me.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 03, 2025
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I can not say enough good things about Dr. Higgins. He is extremely kind, thorough, professional, five stars.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 23, 2024
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Highly likely — professional
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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Dec 03, 2024
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Patient and gentle.
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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Excellent
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 12, 2024
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Dr. Higgins spent time with me to go over my case and options and I felt with a plan of action. I felt like it not the first time a doctor really explained what would be next to my recovery in terms I can understand with a real perspective of the hard recovery from surgery. I never felt as though he was rushing or pushy.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 01, 2024
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Girls at desk were very hospitable. Dr Higgins is very personable and caring. Took care of my thumb and I was very happy with the outcome.
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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Oct 02, 2024
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I will tell others of the care, and treatment. Excellent on all levels.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 24, 2024
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Smooth process start to finish
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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Susan R – Sep 12, 2024
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All well.
What went well
- Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 10, 2024
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Professional & concise.
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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G. Elder – Aug 20, 2024
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Greater Chesapeake Hand center is the BEST
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
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 20, 2024
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Friendly, Professional, Prompt. What else could you ask for?
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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How was your experience with Dr. Higgins?Overall Patient Satisfaction
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Higgins to family and friends is 4.8630137 out of 5
About Me
care philosophy
James Higgins, MD is the Chief of The Curtis National Hand Center at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore. Dr Jim Higgins is a board-certified plastic surgeon who is fellowship-trained in hand surgery and specializes in microsurgery and...read morebiography
James Higgins, MD is the Chief of The Curtis National Hand Center at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore. Dr. Jim Higgins is a board-certified plastic surgeon who is fellowship-trained in hand surgery and specializes in microsurgery and...read moreOrthopedic Surgery
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Union Memorial Hospital
Fellowship HospitalStrong Mem Hsp University Rochester
Residency HospitalUnion Mem Hospital
Residency HospitalUniversity Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry
Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
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Plastic Surgery
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Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
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87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
78%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well2% higher than the national average
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