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Dr. James Raphael, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 62
Dr. James Raphael, MD
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Dr. James Raphael, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Philadelphia, PA.
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Dr. James Raphael, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery* Age 62
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience
Dr. James Raphael, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Philadelphia, PA.
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Dr. Raphael graduated from State University Of New York Syracuse. Dr. James Raphael, MD is an Orthopedic Hand Surgeon in Philadelphia, PA and has 36 years experience. Dr. Raphael currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital and Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital. Dr. Raphael has experience treating conditions like Osteoarthritis of Wrist, Limb Pain and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Raphael received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 88 times. Dr. Raphael's office accepts new patients. Dr. Raphael is board certified in Hand Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Einstein Orthopedics at Center One
    9880 Bustleton Ave Ste 220, Philadelphia, PA 19115
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  2. 2 Einstein Orthopedics at Willowcrest Building
    1200 W Tabor Rd Bldg 4, Philadelphia, PA 19141
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  3. 3 Einstein Orthopedics at Elkins Park
    60 Township Line Rd, Elkins Park, PA 19027
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Experience and Background Check

Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Limb Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Limb Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Limb Pain
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Joint Pain
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Cervical Radiculopathy
De Quervain's Disease
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Ganglion Cyst
Lateral Epicondylitis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Osteophyte
Spinal Osteophyte
Tenosynovitis
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Carpal Tunnel Injection
Carpal Tunnel Release
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand Tendon Repair
Neuroplasty
Steroid Injection
Trigger Finger Release
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Breast Cancer
Bursitis of Hip
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Coccygeal Pain
Colorectal Cancer
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Osteophyte
Elbow Sprain
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gynecologic Cancer
Hand Fracture
Hiatal Hernia
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Sprain
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lipomas
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Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lupus
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Medial Epicondylitis
Meniscus Tear
Muscle Cramping
Neck Muscle Strain
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteophyte of Hand
Osteosarcoma
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Piriformis Syndrome
Pleural Effusion
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Elbow
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Secondary Malignancies
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spina Bifida
Spina Bifida Occulta
Spinal Cord Injury
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Torticollis
Wrist Osteophyte
Wrist Sprain or Strain
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Biceps Tendon Repair
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Dupuytren's Contracture Treatment
Elbow Dislocation Open Reduction
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Repair
Elbow Replacement
Elbow Replacement Revision
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Foot Fracture Treatment Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Joint Drainage
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Synovial Biopsy
Total Shoulder Replacement
Trigger Point Injection
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Wound Repair
Wrist Fusion
Wrist Replacement

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Aug 21, 2024
Excellent. I was referred to him my Dr. John Handel for my hands. He was thorough, professional and most helpful!
Ralph Onesti — Aug 21, 2024
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. James Raphael, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Philadelphia, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from State University Of New York Syracuse in 1988. He specializes in Orthopedic Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, and more.
Biography
Specialties*
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • State University Of New York Syracuse
    1988
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Raphael, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Raphael's profile.

Dr. Raphael frequently treats the following conditions: Osteoarthritis of Wrist, Limb Pain and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. James Raphael, MD is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital and Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital.

Yes, Dr. James Raphael, MD holds board certification in Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery.

Dr. Raphael has over 36 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital

    5501 Old York Rd, Philadelphia, PA

  • Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital

    559 W Germantown Pike, East Norriton, PA

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