Dr. James R. Whittum, MD | Hermiston, OR | Orthopedic Surgery

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Dr. James Whittum is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in treating conditions affecting bones, joints, and muscles. He earned his medical degree from Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. With 37 years of experience in orthopedic surgery, Dr. Whittum has built extensive expertise in helping patients restore mobility and reduce pain. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Whittum practices at Good Shepherd Health Care System in Hermiston, Oregon, where he focuses on treating joint pain and osteoarthritis, particularly knee osteoarthritis. His approach to care includes physical therapy to help patients regain strength and movement. He also incorporates strength training and manual therapy techniques to support patient recovery. Patients have given Dr. Whittum an average rating of 2.1 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
2.1

27 Ratings
37 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
University Of Illinois College Of Medicine
12 written reviews
1 specialty
15 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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I have seen him and I have 2 friends (married couple) who have seen him. We are all healthcare professionals. They both had double knee replacement surgeries. I had an undiagnosed foot problem. In my case, he was abrupt and dismissive. Not only was I not helped, but I left feeling emotionally abused as well. Neither of friends had this experience with him. I can only conclude that he is inconsistent in his approach to patients and if you look right, have the right problem, and catch him on the right day, you will be satisfied.

July 12th, 2019

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Told me that since I am young there is no way I had a problem, extremely condescending, do not go to him.

March 21st, 2018

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Excellent follow up and care.

January 24th, 2018

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3-minute evaluation visit with doctor for a pulled hamstring. Doctor looked at my knee, did not look at or feel my hamstring. He said that, since I walked in, I should be fine in 4-6 weeks. When I asked him to explain my condition further, his response was very limited. I left with the impression that I had wasted his time. Amazing.

August 30th, 2017

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Saw him for an injury to my left wrist, said it was not broken probably just sprained told me if I wanted to make myself feel better to put a soft bandage on it, that I could return to work full duty without a problem. As my wrist still hurts very bad and makes a clicking on the outside of my wrist and no way I can work full duty as an LNA

August 11th, 2017

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Awesome Dr.

March 29th, 2015

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Extremely rude, talked down because of my age, although I am an adult over twenty. Insinuated that I lied about pain very rudely. "If there really is pain, you can take an advil." Left more angry than I have been since I can remember. Waste of time and money, see someone else if possibly.

March 7th, 2015

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i had an appointment today @ 11:30 a.m was seen on time. I only had to wait 5 minutes in the room after the nurse brought me in. When he came in he listened to me about my issue which was carpal tunnel. He gave me a cortizone shot, talk about what should happen with it and what we will have to do if it Dosnt work. Overall I had a good experience with him.

September 29th, 2014

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I will be seeing this doctor soon for a knee issue. Making an appointment was easy and I don't think 4 bad (and shallow reviews) can make the man.

July 7th, 2014

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He was so rude and unprofessional during my wife's visit, that we wrote a letter to the president of the hospital. This man is not fit to be called Dr.

October 30th, 2013

Good Shepherd Advanced Orthopedics

620 NW 11th St Ste 201Hermiston, OR 97838

Tel: (541) 289-7075

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

Good Shepherd Health Care System

610 Nw 11th StHermiston, OR 97838

Tel: (541) 667-3400


Dr. James Ream Whittum, MD	Dr. Gabriel Joel Pavey, MD	Dr. Jerry Dean Crum, MD	Dr. Faustin R Stevens, MD
Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Sports Medicine	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients			Accepts New Patients
2.1 (27 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4 (40 Ratings)	5 (46 Ratings)
37 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience	44 Years of Experience	20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish		Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish
Hermiston , OR	Hermiston , OR	Hermiston , OR	KENNEWICK , WA
Med School: Wright State University Boonshoft School Of Medicine	Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine	Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine	Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery

Arthroscopy
Bone Fracture
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Herniated Disc
Hip Osteoarthritis
Joint Pain/Swelling
Joint Replacement
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee Surgery
Laminectomy
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Scoliosis
Sports Medicine
Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Oregon, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

Medical School

Wright State University Boonshoft School Of MedicineGraduated in 1989

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Which hospitals is Dr. James Whittum affiliated with?: Dr. James Whittum is affiliated with GOOD SHEPHERD HEALTH CARE SYSTEM.
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Where is Dr. James Whittum's office located?: Dr. James Whittum's office is located at 620 NW 11th St Ste 201, Hermiston, OR, 97838.
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