James R. Lachman, MD
4.7 out of 5
(290)
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Appointments as soon as: Tue, 5/13
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St. Luke's Orthopedic Care - Anderson Campus
St. Luke's Orthopedic Care - Quakertown
As a physician, I enjoy the challenge of helping patients with complex foot and ankle problems including arthritis, tendon disorders or ruptures and sports injuries. I believe that successful outcomes in foot and ankle surgery rely on establishing a physician-patient relationship by taking time to listen and understand the concerns of the patient as well as set appropriate expectations through patient education.
I am board-certified in orthopedic surgery by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons specializing in surgery of the foot and ankle including minimally invasive surgery of the foot and ankle, ankle replacement and fusion, Achilles tendon disorder, foot and ankle ligament repair, Charcot reconstruction, sports injuries of the foot and ankle and many other conditions. I earned my medical degree at Temple University School of Medicine, and completed a residency in orthopedic surgery at Temple University Hospital and a fellowship in orthopedic foot and ankle surgery at Duke University Hospital. I am currently a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery (AAOS), American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS), Duke Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, Alpha Omega Alpha.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife and two daughters as well as playing golf, BBQing and cooking.
Specialties
- Orthopedic Surgery
Expertise
- Ankle Replacement
- Bunions
- Foot & Ankle Surgery
- Fractures
- Orthopedic Surgery
Medical School
The Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, 2012
Internship
Temple University Hospital, 2012 - 2013
Residency
Temple University Hospital, 2012 - 2017
Fellowship
Duke University Hospital, 2017 - 2018
This provider has 74 total patient reviews
“JAMES LACHMAN and the hospital is a great place . Everyone there s good. Would tell anyone to go there. They really help me out when I had to go to emergency.”
3/28/2025
“Dr Lachman was the best”
3/28/2025
“I had been seen in the ER for a broken ankle, with instructions to follow up with an Orthopedist. As Dr. Lachman performed a surgery on me last year, I wanted to see HIM again. When I called "scheduling" for the appointment, the office was able to fit me in the same day with Dr. Lachman, which was very good as I needed surgery. I truly appreciated Dr. Lachman and staff accommodating me so quickly. He is a great surgeon. He was able to schedule my surgery for the very next day. The OR Scheduler was efficient. The gal that roomed me remembered me from last year. All excellent patient service. I couldn't have asked for better care.”
3/24/2025
“I had a bad ankle injury that required me to go to the St. Luke's ER in Bartonsville Tuesday night around 7:00 PM. I was able to get in to see the specialist the very next day for a 12:30 PM appointment. My overall care from the beginning was outstanding. I want to specifically point out both the doctor and the resident doctor working with him for their professionalism, very thorough explanation and really made me feel comfortable and spent good deal of time with me. Although the injury was not something I expected or wanted, I will say the Care I got made it a lot better”
3/22/2025
“Very good doctor. Very knowledgeable and explained things well. Did not push me into making a decision.”
3/10/2025
“Always satisfied with St Lukes.”
3/7/2025
“Dr. Lehman provides the best medical solutions for orthopedic injuries.”
3/1/2025
“I sought a 2nd opinion from Dr Lachman for an issue I've been dealing with for 9 months. I was deeply impressed by his scope of Knowledge, his expedient discernment of the issue and his advocacy for me to be promptly scheduled with an expert in Utrasound. I am grateful for his care.”
2/21/2025
“I was very happy to get the appointment with Dr James Lachman, MD, he was highly recommended and my husband has been his patient in the past. He was the only one I wanted to see because of my right foot pain. And I appreciate his time and his expertise.”
2/21/2025
“Dr. Lackman is the best doctor I found for this staged surgery. I received a total talus replacement and a complete ankle replacement and I was in so much pain, but he had a solution that helped me so much. I couldn't be more thankful he is the best and his team is amazing and everyone else who was involved were great!”
2/19/2025
“I commented to Dr. Lachman that I felt he was one of the few people I knew who really loved his job. We spoke for a few minutes about the history of ankle replacements. I am completely satisfied with the surgery and his care.”
2/10/2025
“Dr Lachman is excellent at his job. I can't recommend him highly enough.”
2/8/2025
“I appreciated Dr Lachman carefully explaining my X-rays, both before and after surgery one year ago. I am so happy and grateful that I can now walk on 2 feet with no pain after 50+ years of limping along in constant pain.”
2/7/2025
“Thank-You”
2/7/2025
“Doctor JAMES LACHMAN is exceptional and takes a genuine interest in his patients”
1/31/2025
“Dr. Lachman and his team are phenomenal! I couldn't have asked for a better doctor to put my left ankle back together.”
1/28/2025
“This was a consultation to JAMES LACHMAN to find a plan for very arthritic feet. The doctor does not recommend surgery at my age, but I felt as though I came away with a plan to try to manage pain and to walk better. He was an excellent doctor and I was pleased with the visit. I'm being measured for a brace and will try to become steadier.”
1/24/2025
“The staff is amazing. I was highly impressed with Dr. Lachlam's scheduler who was outgoing and was eager to accommodate my needs. I had to call her a few times with questions and she always got back to me. I also have to commend the on call weekend staff. I spoke to a nurse who followed up with me several times to let me know she's waiting to hear back from the doctor, and once she did hear back from the doctor, she gave me a thorough explanation of my concern. I regret not getting a name. She was outstanding!”
1/20/2025
“Wait time was 30min , doctor was very thorough and explained my options in great detail”
1/17/2025
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“Everyone was awesome at this office including the X-ray technician”
3/29/2025