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Dr. James McDermott, DO

Dr. James McDermott, DO

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. James McDermott, DO is an obstetrician gynecologist in Barnegat, NJ and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NEW YORK INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY / OLD WESTBURY in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities Southern Ocean Medical Center and Community Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Locations

Ocean Women s Healthcare Group

Ocean Women s Healthcare Group770 Lighthouse Dr Ste 130A Barnegat, NJ 08005
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Monmouth Medical Group34 Manchester Ave Ste 103 Forked River, NJ 08731
2

Ocean Women's Healthcare Group

Ocean Women's Healthcare Group602 Route 72 E Ste 1 Manahawkin, NJ 08050
3

Dr. McDermott is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalGynecologic Surgery Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. McDermott's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McDermott

4.3
21 ratings, 12 with a written review
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1 star
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Best of the best
Dr. McDermott has been my OB for 15 years prior to and through 4 pregnancies. He was with us during all of the good news and some difficult times for our family. His clinical expertise and kind, gentle bedside manner sets him apart. At a very busy office he ensures that ample time is given when it’s truly needed. I couldn’t have made it through some tough experiences with any other doctor.
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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Kayla H – Mar 06, 2024
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Michelle G.
Dr. McDermott is a wonderful physician. I have been seeing him for many years and would not go anywhere else. I travel over 40 miles currently to see this great doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Jan 21, 2024
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Five Stars
I greatly appreciated the time, attention and consideration Dr. McDermott extended to address my questions and concerns regarding my medical history. Our lengthy discussion was extremely informative. He's knowledgeable, considerate, and very personable. I am certain that he is truly committed to assisting patients in understanding their conditions. Additionally, I was treated courteously and respectfully by his staff during the visit.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Melissa Tortorello Barnegat, NJ – Dec 08, 2022
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EXCELLENT CARING PHYSICIAN
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dorothy Moore – Nov 10, 2019
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Doctor was 1 hour late at the last appointment and is 45 minutes late so far for this one. No update from from desk or explanation. Staff also lost track of why I was even here today. The doctor is good, but it’s not worth the hassle of wasting all your time waiting for your appointment and dealing with the incompetent staff.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Kelly Turner – Oct 02, 2019
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I have been seeing Dr. McDermott for over 10 years and he is the best physician I have ever dealt with. He listens to what you have to say and addresses all of your concerns. I feel comfortable with him even when in the compromising position of having a pap. He is on top of making sure all tests are done in a timely manner (ie: baseline mammography at age 35) and there is rarely a long wait time for appointments. He is the only gynecologist I will ever go to.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Apr 05, 2018
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No ridiculous wait time like in another local office. Did not feel at all rushed. Felt comfortable, put me at ease. Listened to my concerns and gave advice accordingly. Encouraged me to give him a call if I had any problems at all.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Manahawkin – Oct 25, 2017
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Dr. McDermott just delivered my first born a few weeks ago. He was absolutely wonderful. He made me and my husband very comfortable. He's extremely down to earth and professional. I would highly recommend him. :)
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Toms River, NJ – Aug 22, 2017
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I did not feel listened to. I felt very rushed. The treatment plan wasn't up to par with my needs at all. He did not actually take the time to listen to what I had to say. He was quick with the pap smear which was appreciated, but other than that I felt absolutely ignored. It seemed like he was rushing to leave the room and did not take the time. I left with a lot of unanswered questions and concerns.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Barnegat, NJ – Jul 27, 2017
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Dr. McDermott is an AMAZING DOCTOR!!!! I have been going to this practice for many years and he and Dr. Rezai ALWAYS go above and beyond. They are compassionate, competent, and spend time getting to know each and every patient and their needs. I am a maternity RN and also work with them, so not only do I see them as their patient, but also as their co-worker. Every single patient of mine gushes about how much they love them as doctors! HIGHLY, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Dina in Barnegat, NJ – Jun 13, 2017
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made me wait two weeks for an apt when I was having irregular periods and throwing up blood. Finally the morning of my appointment they call me last min cancelling it and rescheduling it for a week later putting me out 3 weeks now the dr didn't listen to me at all during my apt and just wanted to sell me bc The nurse made me believe I had an std and refused to tell me why they were sending an rx to my pharm.i switched dr's and found out I had endometriosis & needed surgery right away.awful place
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
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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A in Tuckerton, NJ – Aug 20, 2016
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Great bed side manner, felt very comfortable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Toms River, NJ – Feb 10, 2016
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  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Monmouth Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • New York Institute Of Technology / Old Westbury

    Medical School, 1994
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Dr. McDermott is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Community Medical Center

      99 Route 37 W
      Toms River, NJ 08755
      Recipient of 16
      hospital awards

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Superior clinical care of women during and after childbirth

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Superior clinical care of women during and after childbirth

      View all awards

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

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      74%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Southern Ocean Medical Center

      1140 Route 72 W
      Manahawkin, NJ 08050

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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