Dr. James W. Galasso, DO | Swoyersville, PA | Family Medicine

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Dr. James Galasso is a family medicine physician who earned his Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Kansas City University of Medicine & Bioscience College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency training at Wyoming Valley Health Care, building expertise in comprehensive family healthcare. With 35 years of experience treating patients of all ages, Dr. Galasso brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He provides care in English to serve his community's needs.

Dr. Galasso is affiliated with Wilkes Barre General Hospital and practices in Swoyersville and Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. He specializes in treating back pain conditions, including back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teens. His treatment approach includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients recover and maintain their health. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 on Vitals for his care and service.

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accepting new patients
3.6

25 Ratings
35 years of experience
52 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
Wyoming Valley Health Care
8 written reviews
1 specialty
6 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Galasso's Ratings and Reviews

3.6

25 Ratings with 8 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 22 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (5)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (13) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
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Dr is a poorly stimulated old white male. Instead of being a doctor he wanted to be a politician. Keep your politics at home Doc… Then you’ll be respected much more by your family and friends.

February 8th, 2024

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Very rude and uncaring. Has affairs with nursing staff. Partner/ wife is drunk who after business hours crashed into my parked car while heavy intoxicated.

March 15th, 2020

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Dr Galasso saved my life I went to multiple Drs who couldn’t help me he finally diagnosed me correctly at our 1st visit the individual Who said bad thing must be off his rocker sounds like he has psychiatric issues I highly recommend him

July 25th, 2019

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An ok doctor, that was "billing for a more costly service than one performed". Which is one of the types of insurance fraud. Do not recommend.

May 29th, 2019

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I have been going to Dr Galasso for many years. I have never had a bad experience. When I tell you that he knows you as a person not just a patient I really mean it. When I called for simple cough medicine he knows that I only call when I’m really sick he made me come in and have tests. He saved my life! It wasn’t a cold it was cancer. I can never ever begin to thank him. So if anyone wants a doctor that gets to know you it will be Dr Galasso!

May 19th, 2019

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I’m leaving due to staff rudeness and unwillingness to be a human and offer any type of peaceful interaction. Where do you find these ppl?

March 5th, 2019

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Used to be a good doctor. Don't know what happened over the years but he may want to find a new profession. Please stop talking about/making fun of patients in front of other patients that can hear it from the waiting room and exam rooms. Please stop complaining about how busy the office is and how no one in the office ever does their job. Very tacky.

March 29th, 2016

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Was once a very caring and compassionate doctor. We were patients for 17 years and have decided to find a new doctor. He has become very uncaring, making you feel like he doesn't want you as a patient. Staff has become very unprofessional, talking about previous patients in front of you. When you call to get an appointment they call in a prescription or tell you to get something over the counter. after 17 years as patients we are finding a new doctor. VERY dissatisfied with both staff and doctor and his PA.

October 30th, 2015

James Galasso Do Family Practice

1200 Main StSwoyersville, PA 18704

Tel: (570) 283-3301

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 3:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Wilkes Barre General Hospital

575 N River StWilkes Barre, PA 18764

Tel: (570) 829-8111

Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital Of Wilkes Barre

575 N River St Fl 7Wilkes Barre, PA 18764

Tel: (570) 208-3310


Dr. James William Galasso, DO	Dr. Shakeilla Smithbey, MD	Helix Virtual Care	Dr. Bruce David Richman, DO
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.6 (25 Ratings)	5 (5 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.7 (31 Ratings)
35 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience		40 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English		Speaks English
Swoyersville , PA	Houston , TX	Boca Raton , FL	Quakertown , PA
Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med	Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine		Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Wyoming Valley Health Care

Medical School

Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic MedGraduated in 1991

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What languages does Dr. James Galasso speak?: Dr. James Galasso speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Galasso affiliated with?: Dr. James Galasso is affiliated with Wilkes Barre General Hospital.
Does Dr. James Galasso accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Galasso accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. James Galasso accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. James Galasso has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. James Galasso's office located?: Dr. James Galasso's office is located at 1200 Main St, Swoyersville, PA, 18704.

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