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Dr. James Pavelka, MD

Dr. James Pavelka, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. James Pavelka, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Cincinnati, OH and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital and St. Elizabeth Ft. Thomas Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (27 reviews)

TriHealth Tristate Gynecologic Oncology - Good Samaritan Campus

3219 Clifton Ave Ste 100 Cincinnati, OH 45220

Dr. Pavelka 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. Pavelka's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pavelka

4.7

27 ratings, 8 with a written review
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1 Star
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Katie – Aug 31, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Susan Gibson – Jul 28, 2023
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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
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Betty cheeks in KY – Jan 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 15, 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
4 people found this helpful
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Diane in Dry Ridge, KY – Mar 31, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 23, 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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cincinnati, OH – Mar 05, 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
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Trinity S in Burlington, Ky. – Aug 01, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

James Pavelka MD is a gynecologic oncologist with Tristate Gynecologic Oncology, and the Director of the Division of Gynecologic Oncology in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Good Samaritan Hospital. He is also the Director of Minimally...read more

biography

James Pavelka MD is a gynecologic oncologist with Tristate Gynecologic Oncology, and the Director of the Division of Gynecologic Oncology in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Good Samaritan Hospital. He is also the Director of Minimally...read more
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Ohio State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
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Dr. Pavelka is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    TriHealth Tristate Gynecologic Oncology - Good Samaritan Campus

    TriHealth Tristate Gynecologic Oncology - Good Samaritan Campus3219 Clifton Ave Ste 100 Cincinnati, OH 45220
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital

      1 Medical Village Dr
      Edgewood, KY 41017
      Recipient of 21
      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

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

      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.

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

      3% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

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    • Good Samaritan Hospital

      375 Dixmyth Ave
      Cincinnati, OH 45220

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

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    • Bethesda North Hospital

      10500 Montgomery Rd
      Montgomery, OH 45242
      Recipient of 23
      hospital awards

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

      Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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

      Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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