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Dr. James Gaal, DO

Dr. James Gaal, DO

Addiction Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. James Gaal, DO is an addiction medicine internist in Ripley, WV and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with Jackson General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (9 reviews)

James G Gaal DO

158 Pinnell St Ripley, WV 25271
Telehealth available

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(304) 372-4402

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Gaal specializes in the areas of Addiction Medicine & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Nurse Communication
    Patients said they had good communication with nurses. • See hospitals
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Dr. Gaal's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Gaal

3.4

9 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
44%
44%
4 Star
11%
11%
3 Star
11%
11%
2 Star
11%
11%
1 Star
22%
22%

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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
  • Long wait times
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Princess Haynes – Feb 18, 2025
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Roger H in Ripley, WV – Feb 23, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Gaal, DO is an addiction medicine internist in Ripley, WV and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with Jackson General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Addiction 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.

  • West Virginia School Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1987
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine®
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Addiction Medicine
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

James G Gaal DO

James Gaal DO158 Pinnell St Ripley, WV 25271
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Practice

New Lifeclinics Inc.3471 Ohio River Rd Point Pleasant, WV 25550
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New Lifeclinics Inc198 George St Beckley, WV 25801
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Jackson General Hospital122 Pinnell St Ripley, WV 25271
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Jackson General Hospital

    122 Pinnell St
    Ripley, WV 25271

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

    88%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

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

    2% lower than the national average

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