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Dr. Michelle James, MD

Dr. Michelle James, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Michelle James, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Sacramento, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of California at San Diego in 1983. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercy Medical Center Merced and Kaweah Health Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Practice

2425 Stockton Blvd Sacramento, CA 95817
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(916) 453-2049

Hospital Highlight

Dr. James is affiliated with Kaweah Health Medical Center Visalia, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. James specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
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About Me

biography

Dr. Michelle James, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Sacramento, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of California at San Diego in 1983. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as...read more

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of California At San Diego

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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  • California Orthopaedic Association, Member

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Locations

Practice

Shriners Hospitals for Children-Northern California2425 Stockton Blvd Sacramento, CA 95817
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • George L Mee Memorial Hospital

    300 Canal St
    King City, CA 93930

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

    96%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    8% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Kaweah Health Medical Center

    400 W Mineral King Ave
    Visalia, CA 93291
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (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.

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

    1% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mercy Medical Center Merced

    333 Mercy Ave
    Merced, CA 95340
    Recipient of 3
    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
    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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