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Dr. James Kuchera, MD

Dr. James Kuchera, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. James Kuchera, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Cedar Knolls, NJ and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1976. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Morristown Medical Center and UPMC Harrisburg. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 35 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (35 reviews)

Practice

160 E Hanover Ave Ste 101 Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927

Dr. Kuchera is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions

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Dr. Kuchera's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kuchera

4.3

35 ratings, 16 with a written review
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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May 14, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Betsy Flynn – Nov 05, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Diana Sedereas – Oct 31, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Donna M. – Mar 02, 2020
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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
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SueS – Feb 25, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 01, 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
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Stephanie in CT – Jul 21, 2018
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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
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Jen G. – Jun 06, 2018
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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
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JoAnne H. in Randolph, NJ – Mar 06, 2017
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Fraula D in Whippany – Jan 17, 2017
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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
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NV in Fairfield, NJ – Jan 10, 2017
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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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 09, 2017
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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
Helpful
Holly Graeber in North Charleston, SC – Sep 09, 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
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nj – Apr 30, 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
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Christine in Bernardsville, NJ – Mar 06, 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
Helpful
Elyse in Chester, NJ – Feb 25, 2016
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biography

Dr. James Kuchera, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Cedar Knolls, NJ and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1976. He is affiliated with...read more
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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

  • Sloane Hospital Women

    Residency Hospital, 1980
  • Sloane Hospital Women

    Internship Hospital, 1977
  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology®
Obstetrics & Gynecology
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Dr. Kuchera is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    James J. Kuchera M.D. P.A.160 E Hanover Ave Ste 101 Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Morristown Medical Center

      100 Madison Ave
      Morristown, NJ 07960
      Recipient of 55
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes during and after childbirth and in surgeries that treat diseases and conditions of the female reproductive system

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes during and after childbirth and in surgeries that treat diseases and conditions of the female reproductive system

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      15% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • UPMC Harrisburg

      111 S Front St
      Harrisburg, PA 17101
      Recipient of 33
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

      View all awards

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Saint Clare's Denville Hospital

      25 Pocono Rd
      Denville, NJ 07834
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

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

      View all awards

      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

      74%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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