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Dr. James Califf, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 67
Dr. James Califf, MD
3.8 (12 Ratings)

Offers telehealth

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Dr. James Califf, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 67
Boone, NC
Accepting new patients
42 years of experience

Offers telehealth

 

Overview

Dr. James Califf, MD works in Boone, NC as an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist and has 42 years experience.

They graduated from Duke University School of Medicine in 1982. Dr. Califf has has worked on more claims relating to Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve), Lumbosacral Radiculopathy and Thoracic Spine Fracture than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Califf has received an average rating of 3.8 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. They are affiliated with Watauga Medical Center and Ashe Memorial Hospital. Their office accepts new patients and has telehealth appointments. Dr. Califf also speaks Spanish. Dr. Califf practices at Practice in Boone, NC and has additional offices in Charlotte, NC.

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  • Choice Plus POS II
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Locations

  1. 1 Boone Orthopaedic Associates P.A.
    194 Doctors Dr, Boone, NC 28607
  2. 2 Apportho Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
    232 Boone Heights Dr # A, Boone, NC 28607
  3. 3 Orthocarolina
    4601 Park Rd Ste 300, Charlotte, NC 28209
  4. 4 Watauga Medical Center
    336 Deerfield Rd, Boone, NC 28607

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3.8
Based on 12 Reviews
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4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
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1 Star (3)

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Dec 11, 2021
Dr Califf did my back surgery and the pain went away immediately. Very cordial and explained everything.
— Dec 11, 2021
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

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  • Duke University School of Medicine
    1982
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  • Duke University Hospital
    1984
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Dr. James Califf, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Califf accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Califf's office to make an appointment.

Dr. Califf accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Califf accepts here.

Dr. Califf frequently sees patients for Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve), Lumbosacral Radiculopathy and Thoracic Spine Fracture.

Yes, Dr. Califf speaks Spanish. See Dr. Califf's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.

Dr. Califf has a star rating of 3.8/5 and has been reviewed 12 times.

Dr. Califf has been practicing as an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist for 42 years.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Watauga Medical Center
  • Ashe Memorial Hospital

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