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Dr. James Christon, MD

Dr. James Christon, MD

Critical Care Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. James Christon, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Springfield, OR and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Christon has extensive experience in Sleep Apnea and Obstructive Lung Disease. He graduated from Northwestern University in 1988. He is affiliated with Sacred Heart Medical Center-Riverbend. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.4 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 2.4 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

3355 Riverbend Dr Ste 240 Springfield, OR 97477
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(541) 726-1315

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Christon specializes in the areas of Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary Disease & Sleep Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Christon's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Christon

2.4

12 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
33%
33%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
8%
8%
1 Star
58%
58%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 08, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 22, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Babs – Sep 15, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
May 08, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kieran Walsh in Eugene Oregon – Jan 05, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Geraldine Columpus in Eugene, OR – Dec 28, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bryan in Eugene, OR – Mar 18, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Christon, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Springfield, OR and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Christon has extensive experience in Sleep Apnea and Obstructive Lung Disease. He graduated from Northwestern...read more

  • Critical Care Medicine

  • Pulmonary Disease

  • Sleep Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Northwestern University

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Critical Care Medicine
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Pulmonary Disease
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Sleep Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Northwest Intensivists LLC3355 Riverbend Dr Ste 240 Springfield, OR 97477
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Oregon Lung Specialists LLC3125 Chad Dr Ste 100 Eugene, OR 97408
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PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at Riverbend3333 Riverbend Dr Springfield, OR 97477
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sacred Heart Medical Center-Riverbend

    3333 Riverbend Dr
    Springfield, OR 97477
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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