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Dr. James Pingree, MD

Dr. James Pingree, MD

Neurosurgery*

Dr. James Pingree, MD is a neurosurgeon in Salt Lake City, UT. He is affiliated with St. Mark's Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 80 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (80 reviews)

Office Hours

Monday

9 am
to
5 pm

Tuesday

9 am
to
5 pm

Wednesday

9 am
to
5 pm

Thursday

9 am
to
5 pm

Friday

9 am
to
5 pm
1220 E 3900 S Ste 4A
Salt Lake City, UT 84124

Locations

Neurosurgical Associates

Neurosurgical Associates1220 E 3900 S Ste 4A Salt Lake City, UT 84124
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Pingree is affiliated with St. Mark's Hospital Salt Lake City, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Pingree 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 ExpertiseDr. Pingree specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • 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 HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Pingree's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pingree

4.6

80 ratings, 51 with a written review
5 Star
88%
88%
4 Star
1%
1%
3 Star
1%
1%
2 Star
1%
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1 Star
9%
9%

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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
1 person found this helpful
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Sep 18, 2024
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 10, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Arrogant and uncaring – Jan 07, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 09, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sheldon Hamilton – Dec 15, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 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
4 people found this helpful
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Jenine Lamano – Feb 26, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Judy Kirk – May 15, 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
5 people found this helpful
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Larry Pickering – Mar 10, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 05, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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SHELLY P – Nov 04, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Ted Phillips – Oct 16, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Aug 12, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
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Dini Droguett – Jul 27, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Karen Bryan in Salt Lake City, UT – May 01, 2019
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Salt Lake City, UT – Mar 22, 2019
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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
Anita Van Lieshout in West Jordan – Mar 05, 2019
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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
Mary in Idaho falls, ID – Feb 22, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Craig in Salt Lake – Feb 14, 2019
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
M. B. in UT – Dec 23, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Pingree has been in practice specializing in minimally invasive surgery of the brain and spine at St. Marks Hospital since 2002.

biography

Dr. Pingree is a board-certified neurosurgeon who has been in practice for over 20 years. He grew up in the Salt Lake and has enjoyed working his entire professional career in this community. He appreciates the opportunity to help patients work...read more
  • 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.

  • Diplomate Of The American Board Of Neurological Surgery - Board Certified

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Department Of Neurosurgery University Of Utah

    Residency Hospital, 2002
  • Department Of General Surgery University Of Utah

    Internship Hospital, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Pingree is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • St. Mark's Hospital

      1200 E 3900 S
      Salt Lake City, UT 84124
      Recipient of 10
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

      View all awards

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      73%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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