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Dr. James Purtill, MD

Dr. James Purtill, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. James Purtill, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Marlton, NJ and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College in 1993. He is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 163 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (163 reviews)

Locations

Practice

Rothman Orthopaedics999 Route 73 N Ste 301 Marlton, NJ 08053
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New Patient?
(215) 253-6583

Practice

Rothman Orthopaedics833 Chestnut St Ste 1220 Philadelphia, PA 19107
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New Patient?
(215) 253-6583

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Purtill is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Purtill specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Good Patient CarePatients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Purtill's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Purtill

4.8
163 ratings, 119 with a written review
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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Healing Hands
Dr. Purtill is blessed with healing hands and a calming disposition. I went to him after others told me it was my back and he immediately identified my hip as the issue. I had a total hip replacement and I feel like I have my life back. The pain I was in before the surgery was slowly killing my mobility. Now I am pain free and able to play sports and enjoy the great outdoors.
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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Mar 22, 2025
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Great Experience
I met Dr. Purtill with a knee that had to be replaced. My other knee has become problematic, and he is great at guiding me to make the right decisions, and so far we have been very successful at putting off another replacement. I trust a doctor who doesn’t rush into surgery too early! Outstanding care and concern.
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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Mar 20, 2025
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Excellent experience
I had an excellent outcome from surgery. I highly recommend Dr. Purtill.
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 01, 2025
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From the first time Dr Purtill walked in the room I was impressed by his warmth. He made eye contact, patiently listened to my concerns and offered clear non jargon information. He is trustworthy, compassionate and competent.
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 other person found this helpful
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Jan 10, 2025
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Total right hip replacement surgery
I've never been more impressed by the professionalism of the entire staff. It has been two weeks and I am already walking around with little assistants. Very short scar and no pain. Dr. Purtill is a wonderful Dr. Would recommend him to anyone that needs this surgery
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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Nicole Von Whitaker – Jan 05, 2025
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Dr. James Purtill
Dr. Purtill did two hip and one knee replacement surgeries for me. Excellent surgical work and very high communication.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Charles – Sep 03, 2024
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Wonderful surgeon
He is just wonderful his bedside manner and consideration for your well being is exemplary he also has a beautiful personality and sense of humor makes you feel special and he is very caring
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Follow-up from previous hip replacement 8 months a – Aug 31, 2024
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Dr Purtll and Charlene are the best!!They are most compassionate and caring .
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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Aug 24, 2024
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Such a positive experience
Dr. Purtil and his staff are so calming and reassuring. Never did I feel rushed. My whole experience with my hip replacement from my initial appointment to my surgery, follow up appointments to my year follow up has been phenomenal. Dr. P was so positive all through out. My hip is healed perfectly, my scar is almost non-existent and my experience was too notch .
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 27, 2024
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Awesome
I felt so comfortable he and encourage me to continue to lose the weight so that I can move forward get the new replacement. I’m getting closer great man.
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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Jun 28, 2024
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Excellent
Great surgeon, kind, patient, good listener, as good as it gets. And the staff and organization in the Marlton office are very good, I have never had to wait and everyone is pleasant and 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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Jun 28, 2024
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Great doctor and staff. All went well with surgery. He listened to my concerns and gave great advice. I followed his instructions with exercises and I was able to avoid physical therapy.
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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L Mitchell – May 10, 2024
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Total Hip replacement
Extremely personable. Great job on hip replacement. Just did 45 minute supermarket trip with no problem. (17 days post-op). His nurse Sharlene is great also.Bensalem Surgical Center was excellent also.
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 other person found this helpful
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Total left hippie. – Apr 04, 2024
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A positive experience
Dr. Purtill and his Resident were thorough during my interview and exam. He was kind when he pointed out anomalies in my bone structure.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Jan 19, 2024
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Total hip replacement
I am elated to share with you the wonderful and life changing experience I just went through first and foremost Dr Purtil is a wonderful and amazing surgeon I had a hip replacement two weeks ago and I can walk pain free safer suffering for a year If you want to enjoy life again please give him a call
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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Jan 04, 2024
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Excellent care, bedside and team!
My sincere thanks for your quality care.
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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Annette Mitchell – Dec 01, 2023
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Dr purtill has excellent bedside manner
He listens and ministered cortizone shot to both knees to give relief.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Donna Foster – Nov 17, 2023
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TKR
Dr Purtill and Staff are Amazing. Having RA and Osteoarthritis is a challenge. Had right knee done in May, hopefully proceeding with left knee after the holidays. Dr Purtill and nurse Sharlene so comforting answering all my crazy questions and making me feel at ease. I am a very anxious person and I feel a load taken off my mind and can relax after my appointments
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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Denise M – Nov 06, 2023
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Dr. Purtill has great bedside manner! He puts you at ease no matter how much pain you are in. He will explain the treatment he will be providing so feel free to ask him any questions. He’s terrific!!
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
5 others found this helpful
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Oct 19, 2023
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Excellent, caring, the best!
From the moment he came into the exam room Dr Purtill put me completely at ease, despite my pain and the severity of my hip condition. His kindness was so evident as his exam and explanation of the surgery and answers to my questions were reassuring and honest. I was sure right then I’d found the best surgeon and I was absolutely right! Two hours after the surgery I was up and walking and free from pain… and now six weeks later I’m getting stronger and stronger and it’s due to the excellent care I’ve received from Dr Purtill and his team. I’m so grateful!
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
2 others found this helpful
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Ri – Oct 17, 2023
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About Me

biography

Dr. Purtill is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacement surgery. He is the author of numerous articles published in orthopaedic journals and has traveled extensively lecturing on orthopaedic topics.
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  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

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  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals

    Residency Hospital
  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals

    Internship Hospital
  • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

    111 S 11th St
    Philadelphia, PA 19107
    Recipient of 23
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

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

    5% higher than the national average

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