Summary

Dr. James Rifenbery is a surgeon with 46 years of experience practicing medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency at UCSF Medical Center. Dr. Rifenbery specializes in surgery with additional expertise in other surgical areas. He speaks English.

Dr. Rifenbery practices at multiple locations including Soundview Surgery Center in Gig Harbor and Multicare Tacoma General Hospital in Tacoma, Washington. He maintains hospital affiliations with Multicare Allenmore Hospital, Saint Joseph Medical Center, Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, and Saint Anthony Hospital. His surgical expertise includes treating hernias such as ventral hernias, inguinal hernias, and sports hernias. He also performs breast cancer screening procedures and sedation services. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 46 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Ucsf Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Dale Rifenbery has 3 locations

Soundview Surgery Center

5801 SOUNDVIEW DR STE 156GIG HARBOR, WA 98335
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 - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Multicare Tacoma General Hospital

315 Martin Luther King Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405

Multicare Allenmore Hospital

1901 S Union AveTacoma, WA 98405

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Accepts New Patients
4.5 
46 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
GIG HARBOR , WAPuyallup , WABurien , WASeattle , WA
Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. James Dale Rifenbery has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Dale Rifenbery has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Endocrine Disorders
  • Gastrointestinal Surgery
  • Gastroparesis
  • Hernia
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Liver Diseases
  • Other
  • Parathyroid Diseases

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Washington, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucsf Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Washington School Of MedicineGraduated in 1980

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. James Rifenbery speak?
Dr. James Rifenbery speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Rifenbery affiliated with?
Dr. James Rifenbery is affiliated with Multicare Allenmore Hospital, Saint Joseph Medical Center, Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, and Saint Anthony Hospital.
Where is Dr. James Rifenbery's office located?
Dr. James Rifenbery's office is located at 5801 SOUNDVIEW DR STE 156, GIG HARBOR, WA, 98335.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Rifenbery?
You can find contact information for Dr. James Rifenbery here on Vitals.
Does Dr. James Rifenbery accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Rifenbery accepts on their Vitals profile.

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