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Dr. Jay Boughanem, MD

Dr. Jay Boughanem, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Jay Boughanem, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Hilo, HI. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Hilo Medical Center and Bay Area Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

276 Waianuenue Ave Hilo, HI 96720

Make an Appointment

(808) 731-5544

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Boughanem specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Boughanem's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Boughanem

3.4
16 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 star
56%
56%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
6%
6%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
38%
38%

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He ignores his patients
He did my surgery last year. I didn't feel like he adequately prepared me for it. After, I've had a couple of small issues. He ordered scans (x-ray and CT) and both times I've had to call his office weeks later to get his results. My PCP has requested my records three times and they never received them. It feels like once he got paid for my surgery, I was no longer important.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
Helpful
Jan 29, 2025
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I was first referred by the Hilo Medical Center to Dr. Boughanem after a very serious double fracture to my ankle of which I was not looking forward to any surgery. He was quick to assess my problem which had escalated with a blister wound on the site and took care and time to explain to me the seriousness and the need for surgery for my very unstable fracture. His staff is caring, concise, efficient, and has great aloha. He is an excellent surgeon and caring doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 13, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Jay Boughanem, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Hilo, HI. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Hilo Medical Center and Bay Area Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Northwestern University

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Hilo Hearing Aid Center Inc276 Waianuenue Ave Hilo, HI 96720
1
Bay Area Hospital1775 Thompson Rd Coos Bay, OR 97420
2
Office676 N Saint Clair St Fl 13 Chicago, IL 60611
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Queen's North Hawai'I Community Hospital

    67-1125 Mamalahoa Hwy
    Kamuela, HI 96743

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Hilo Medical Center

    1190 Waianuenue Ave
    Hilo, HI 96720
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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

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

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Bay Area Hospital

    1775 Thompson Rd
    Coos Bay, OR 97420
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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