This is a pre review of a knee operation, at times the staff is hard to get in touch with, but they always call back , the operation was postponed it changed from 6/10 to 6/25 due to knee delivery. I pray that the complete knee operation goes well with no problems, will make an update reviews pending the results in a few weeks to confirm the 5 star review. God bless read more

I had a similar experience to some of the other reviewers of this Orthopedic doctor and his staff. I was given a surgery date and told by Sabrina in Dr. James' office that she would be calling me back to confirm, but she never did. I called numerous times, left voicemail messages, never heard back. Finally, I walked into the Grass Valley office and staff there informed me I was scheduled, gave me the date and time. I still didn't hear back from Sabrina. When I reported for surgery at the hospital in Sacramento, the check-in desk didn't have me scheduled for surgery. The Registrar asked Dr. James, who was in the OR, and he apparently told her that his office hadn't notified him about me. There is a complete breakdown between doctor and office staff here. Will never go near the Northern California Orthopedic Association again. read more

Dr James disfigured and crippled 2 times in a row just weeks apart. First time he put my knee on 25 degrees valgus crooked Then he tried to fix it weeks later but failed to use revision hardware and cut my leg 2 inches short with my foot twisted left and a very clunky wobbly knee then he abandoned me I had a real Dr try to fix it with the correct hardware that corrected the length and twisted foot but is still very clunky wobbly painful Dr James destroyed my life. I'm in bad pain with instability that I need crutches and braces rest of my. He made my life a living hell read more

James Ron MD - This is results from his first attempt - Orthopedists Near Me - Sacramento, California

After reading the previous reviews for Dr. James, I'm sad but not completely surprised that several clients have had problems. I agree that it is sometimes difficult to reach the NCOA (Northern California Orthopedic Associates) staff and that follow up has not been stellar, but I think those problems have been addressed in the two years I've been associated with NCOA. And on the bright side, several NCOA staff members have gone the extra mile in my case. I've had two total hip joint replacement surgeries with Dr. James. He completed total right hip arthroplasty on my right hip in Aug 2023 at Mercy General Sacramento CA, and the same for my left hip in Feb 2025 at SNMH, Grass Valley CA. The 1st procedure was normal, although I did spend two nights in hospital. Recovery following that was normal. The 2nd procedure was done at SNMH and was accomplished outpatient. I was apprehensive about going home right away, but it worked out much better. Recovery has been much faster, and three weeks later, I'm pain free and totally functional. Overall, NCOA has been good to work with. I'm genuinely sorry that other's have had problems, but once one works through the process, Dr. James is, for me, a miracle worker. My hip function is fully restored, equal to someone decades younger. Dr. James for me has also been great to work with, and unless you prefer driving to Sacramento or San Francisco, I can vouch for Dr. James, right here in Grass Valley. He has far exceeded my expectations, and the staff has caught up too, in consideration of previous reviews. read more

Unprofessional at every level! My experience with Dr. Ron, James and his staff has been horrendous to say the least. I first went to see Dr. James in August 2021 with a plan to replace both knees in two surgeries spread out over many months in 2022. I had to keep calling his office to finally get something scheduled for late March, even though the plan was early February. I made plans and hotel reservations and had family traveling to help me out. Then I got a call early March 2022 stating that my surgery had to be canceled given that the doctor would be out of town at a conference. The next time they could get me in was July, which was not acceptable. And then I never heard from them again. I called the offices in Grass Valley and Sac every week for several months, leaving messages and asking for anyone to call me back. No one ever did or ever has since. I spent a lot of money on doctor visits and images that ended up being a waste of time. I really should be reporting him to the medical board and will do that after writing this review. I have not wanted to put that kind of negative energy in the universe, however, I wouldn't want anyone else to go through what I've gone through. read more

I waited months and drove over an hour to my first appointment with Dr. James. After being placed in an examination room and told the doctor would be advised I was ready, I waited and waited and waited. An hour and a quarter after my appointment time, the PA came back into the room and apologized, saying the doctor had been held up in surgery and was just leaving the hospital, 15 minutes away! The office did not have the courtesy to tell me about the delay when I arrived or anytime until after I had waited for over an hour. I left immediately. On my way out, I saw that the waiting room was now packed, including with people in wheelchairs and a woman on a gurney! None of these people had been told that the doctor was not even in the building! Sure, surgeries can run over (if that is actually what happened), but that does not excuse the disrespect and lack of courtesy to patients who aren't told of the delay. I was advised I could call the office to reschedule. I called four times and each time was sent to voicemail. The fifth time I was told the earliest available appointment was over three months away! There is no circumstance under which I would subject myself to this doctor's office staff again let alone be treated by this doctor, who obviously does not have a handle on practice management. read more

I am writing an additional Yelp review because I am now 11/2 years out from total hip replacement surgery. Dr. James did a great job and I am eternally grateful. I have taken my life back again because I am pain free. I now do Pilates daily, ride my bike for 30 plus miles without any discomfort. I have become more active than I had been in years all because I am no longer in pain and have flexibility. I will be forever grateful to Dr. James and his staff. From beginning to end they made the process seamless. I hope this review will encourage you to consult with Dr. James. You won't be disappointed. read more

Dr. James is now at 1 Scripps drive He is a wonderful doctor and truly does all he can for each patient! read more

Dr. James is a very caring and respected doctor when I went to him he took a look at my leg and said this like needs to have surgery then he took a look at the other leg and said the same thing so through the years we've been working together to get these two legs working and it finally came true as of August last year 2017 second leg was done I never met a doctor that is so caring so understanding make sure that you're okay make sure you make your appointments on time he sees you on time very reliable doctor he's very kind-hearted very loving kind of doctor I can't believe that I ever find a doctor like him that would care so much about my health about my legs and about how I'm doing and how I'm feeling he has one fantastic man and whoever else gets to have his operation from him is very lucky because he's a man that's been blessed has very good talent and is very good at everything that he does I think he is one fantastic person I think he has been blessed with a very good talent thank you dr. James for making me a whole person and making me able to walk and enjoy my grandson and my family I don't know how to express that to you I've tried in so many ways but I don't think it's enough but I want to say thank you for making me walk and be human again you made me feel like I'm a human and not a broken-down fool thank you dr. James read more

Hip resurfacing performed in 2011-This so called "surgeon" tosses all patient concerns out the window to satisfy his inflated ego. Never did he provide any advisements or cautions regarding the known issues of a metal on metal prosthesis issues vs. a full hip replacement. Complications started immediately following surgery and have been endless due to this botched surgery procedure and the prosthesis utilized. Popping and clicking in the joint, elevated chromium/cobalt levels, misaligned prosthesis femoral ball shaft, femoral ball not secured fully, constant pain and discomfort, numerous orthopedic visits, radiology specialist visits, and x-rays monitoring the movement of the prosthesis shaft. My current orthopedic surgeon, formally a peer of Dr. James, informed me that he has never performed a resurfacing procedure as the full hip replacement is much more effective and lacks the metal on metal contact. After, just 8 years the femoral ball shaft has shifted significantly and has penetrated the femur bone and is exposed due to the improper placement by Dr. James causing significant pain and discomfort. A complicated full revision surgery is now the only answer. I suspect Dr. James was well aware of the metal on metal prosthesis issues due to the published recalls of similar prosthetic devices but never discussed those issues with me. The prosthesis utilized in my hip resurfacing, unknown to me until recently, was recalled four years ago. Find another surgeon so that you don't have to suffer endlessly due to the shoddy work of this "surgeon." read more

I first met Dr. James Feb 2010 in ER recovery room after he did surgery and saved my arm after being attacked by a dog.Then 4yrs later i was refered to a orthopedic surgeon for my knee.Small world in walks Dr. James and I knrw i was in good hands.After a total knee replacement by Dr. James I am now able to spend quality time with my grankids and I havent walked this good in a couple of years. And im only 54yrs old but i felt like a 80 yr old.Thanks to the most caring and talented surgeon. I would highly recomend him to anyone.Thanks Dr. James!!! read more

Dr. James is an educated and skilled surgeon, yet that's the only conceivable compliment we can bestow. At the initial consultation, he was personable, knowledgeable and seemingly caring. So we looked no further. Big mistake. This practice has the most incompetent, unprofessional and disingenuous staff ever. During the whole frustrating process, we have learned their reputation throughout the medical community is atrocious. Including Dr. James, there is no attention paid to follow-ups, record-keeping, voice messages, emails, faxes, etc. When other medical practitioners call the offices, they are offered option 9 to impart emergent cases. No human voice - no returned call. Expect broken promises, inconsistent information, time consumption, self-orchestration and basic disrespect. I was always taught "If you have nothing nice to say, then don't say anything at all." I have nothing more to say. read more