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Dr. Jimmy Tamai, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*•Male•Age 68

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. Jimmy Tamai, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Fairbanks, AK and has over 38 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with Fairbanks Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Jimmy Tamai, MD

Practice

1275 Sadler Way Ste 101 Fairbanks, AK 99701

Make an Appointment

(907) 374-4463

Accepting new patients

(907) 374-4463

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Tamai is affiliated with Fairbanks Memorial Hospital Fairbanks, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Tamai specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • 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. Tamai's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tamai

4.0

9 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
67%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
22%
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
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Joseph Walker – Sep 11, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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About Me

care philosophy

Providing the absolute best quality orthopaedic care to all of the patients we serve.

biography

Dr. Jimmy M. Tamai was born and raised in the small farming community of Oxnard, California. He completed his undergraduate degree in Chemistry at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas where he was named to the Dean's list for three consecutive...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Brooke Army Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1992

  • Osf Saint Francis Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1986

  • Tulane University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985

  • Unlv/nev School Of Medicine

    Undergraduate School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Steese Immediate Care1275 Sadler Way Ste 101 Fairbanks, AK 99701
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 3:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Fairbanks Memorial Hospital

    1650 Cowles St
    Fairbanks, AK 99701
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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