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Dr. James Garrity, MD

Dr. James Garrity, MD

Ophthalmology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. James Garrity, MD is an ophthalmologist in Fergus Falls, MN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY / GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AND ALLIED PROFESSIONS in 1984. He is affiliated with Lake Region Healthcare Corporation. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Lake Region Healthcare Fergus Falls Clinic

111 W Vernon Ave Fergus Falls, MN 56537
(218) 739-2221

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Garrity specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Garrity's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Garrity

3.5
18 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
61%
61%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
6%
6%
1 star
33%
33%

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Dr. Garrity is amazing. One of the best Dr's I have ever seen. The most informed doctor I have seen regarding Graves and TED and trust me before i found Dr Garrity I saw plenty of Dr's. His surgeries and techniques had a tremendous positive impact on my life. And he is a great person!!
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
2 others found this helpful
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LS – Mar 12, 2021
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Just weeks out from double cataract surgery with the inimitable Dr. James Garrity, M.D. (ophthalmology): Went from extremely near sighted (for 50+ years) to visual acuity of 20/15 - with distance vision IOL (intraocular lens) implants that provide exceptional clarity from computer to horizon. I do have post-surgery glasses with clear lenses atop a reading power, for occasional use (only for extremely close reading purposes). Dr. Garrity and staff (notably, Ms. Cheryl Gwynn, C.O.A) were exceptionally personable, informative, empathetic, and responsive to all my many inquiries (both pre- and post-op)... and both surgeries were expedient, painless, and thoughtfully administered with the utmost care and consideration. I have had multiple surgeries at the Mayo over the years - spinal, cancer, urological, and now ophthalmological - and have never failed to received the quintessential patient consideration and outcomes: Dr. Garrity continues to uphold and exemplify that stellar standard!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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May 10, 2019
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Botched surgery’s, now have chronic pain and several other issues, refused to provide follow up care! Worst experience of my life!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Nov 02, 2017
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Nice man, good intentions and practice, but please don't clump your appointments causing people to wait over an hour and a half to see you.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Rochester, MN – Sep 18, 2017
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On a scale of 1 to 10, 1 being worst 10 being best , This physician rates a ZERO!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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May 09, 2017
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Most DISHONEST physician we have ever met!!! Goofy, unprofessional personality! Many surgical complications, refused to provide aftercare. Practices very sloppy medicine. Suggest seeking another opinion!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 others found this helpful
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Hugo, MN – Mar 18, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Garrity, MD is an ophthalmologist in Fergus Falls, MN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY / GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION AND ALLIED PROFESSIONS in 1984. He is affiliated with Lake Region Healthcare Corporation. He is accepting new patients.

  • Ophthalmology

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  • Fairfield University / Graduate School Of Education And Allied Professions

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Lake Region Healthcare Fergus Falls Clinic

Lake Region Healthcare Fergus Falls Clinic111 W Vernon Ave Fergus Falls, MN 56537
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lake Region Healthcare Corporation

    712 S Cascade St
    Fergus Falls, MN 56537
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

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