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Dr. James Rifenbery, MD

General Surgery* Age 70
Dr. James Rifenbery, MD
2.4 (17 Ratings)
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Dr. James Rifenbery, MD is a General Surgeon in Tacoma, WA.
Dr. James Rifenbery, MD
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Dr. James Rifenbery, MD

General Surgery* Age 70
Tacoma, WA
Accepting new patients
45 years of experience
Dr. James Rifenbery, MD is a General Surgeon in Tacoma, WA.

About

Dr. Rifenbery graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1980 and completed a residency at Emanuel Hospital. Dr. James Rifenbery, MD is a General Surgeon in Tacoma, WA and has 45 years experience. Dr. Rifenbery currently practices at Center for Minimally Invasive Surgery, Castle Rock, CO and are affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center. At present, Dr. Rifenbery received an average rating of 2.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 17 times. Dr. Rifenbery's office accepts new patients. Dr. Rifenbery accepts multiple insurance plans.

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    1802 Yakima Ave Ste 202, Tacoma, WA 98405

Experience and Background Check

Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Ventral Hernia
Abdominal Hysterectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Abdominal Hysterectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Ventral Hernia
Abdominal Hysterectomy with Robotic Assist
Abdominal Pain
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Splenorrhaphy
Abdominal Abscess
Abdominal Hernia
Abscess
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Acute Appendicitis
Acute Cholecystitis
Adrenal Gland Diseases
Anal Abscess
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Abscess and Fistula
Anorectal Fistula
Appendicitis
Appendix Cancer
Barrett's Esophagus
Bile Duct Obstruction
Biliary Atresia
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Cholecystitis
Chronic Appendicitis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colon Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Duodenal Cancer
Endocrine Cancer
Esophageal Diseases
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gallbladder Diseases
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gland Cancer
Hamartomatous Colorectal Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypoparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Cancer
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Abscess
Liver Cancer
MSI-H Colorectal Cancer
MSI-L Colorectal Cancer
MSS Colorectal Cancer
Muscle Cancer
Neck Cancer
Pancreatic Abscess
Pancreatic Disease
Parasitic Appendicitis
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Adenoma
Parathyroid Cancer
Parathyroid Hyperplasia
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Perianal Abscess
Perirectal Abscess
Pleural Effusion
Rectal Abscess
Rectal Cancer
Rectal Prolapse
Renal Abscess
Retroperitoneal Abscess
Rib Fracture
Secondary Malignancies
Skin Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spleen Cancer
Spleen Disorders
Sporadic Colorectal Cancer
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Thoracic Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Tubo-Ovarian Abscess
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Vulvar Cancer
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anorectal Myomectomy
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Colostomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Excision
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Excision of Breast Tumor
Gastrectomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Revision Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Liver Biopsy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Percutaneous Tumor Ablation of Liver
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Vagotomy
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Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair

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2.4
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Aug 06, 2017
I was referred to Dr Rifenbery by my doctor. I was able to make an appointment for the consultation within two days. The staff was friendly and professional. The surgeon was very informative and answered all my questions. He said he knew all this is overwhelming and I could call anytime and ask questions. I'm glad I went there.
James Bean in Olympia, WA — Aug 06, 2017
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. James Rifenbery, MD is a general surgeon in Tacoma, WA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1980. He specializes in General Surgery and Laparoscopic Surgery.
Biography
Specialties*
General Surgery
Laparoscopic Surgery
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • University of Washington School of Medicine
    1980
Medical Education

Internship

Internship
  • Emanuel Hospital
    1981
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Emanuel Hospital
    1985
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Rifenbery, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Rifenbery's profile.

Dr. James Rifenbery, MD is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center.

Dr. Rifenbery has over 45 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • St. Joseph Medical Center

    1717 S J St, Tacoma, WA

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