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James M. Boler, MD

Fellowship Trained Hand & Wrist Specialist

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James M. Boler, MD

About Dr. Boler

Dr. Boler joined OrthoNY on July 1, 2014. He is an orthopedic surgeon, board-certified in orthopedics with an added qualification in surgery of the hand, and has completed a fellowship in hand surgery at the Indiana Hand Center.

Dr. Boler graduated from Brown University in 1989. He graduated from the University of Maryland School of Medicine Cum Laude in 1995. He completed his Orthopedic Residency at the State University of New York, Upstate Medical Center in 2000. He completed a fellowship in hand surgery at the Indiana Hand Center in 2001.

He is Board Certified in Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Boler has a certificate of added qualification in surgery of the hand from the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Boler is an attending Orthopedic Surgeon at Ellis and Sunnyview Hospitals.He is a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand.

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Education

Brown University

Medical School
University of Maryland School of Medicine

Fellowship
Indiana Hand Center — Hand Surgery

Residency
State University of New York, Upstate Medical Center — Orthopedic Surgery

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery with Added Qualification in Surgery of the Hand

Patient Resources

Affiliations

  • Ellis Hospital
  • Everett Road Ambulatory Surgery Center
  • OrthoNY Surgical Suites
  • Executive Woods Ambulatory Surgery Center

Dr. Boler’s Reviews

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5

Doctor Boler was very pleasant very professional and explained clearly options and possible plans and outcomes. Very good experience!

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Trol h

June 3rd 2026

5
Doctor Boler was very pleasant very professional and explained clearly options and possible plans and outcomes. Very good experience!
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Trol h

June 3rd 2026

5

Very nice and clean . Easey check in w. The tablets. the xray ladies I believe the one is heather very kind help full, and professional and I never got chance to …

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Alice D.- HERBERT

June 3rd 2026

5
Very nice and clean . Easey check in w. The tablets. the xray ladies I believe the one is heather very kind help full, and professional and I never got chance to get her name so nice helpfulI she did a wonderful job helping keep kisses calm my ( esp) .. let just say kisses and I or each other Esp.. she was so good .with him.. guess and Mr. Bowler truely listen to ur needs .and quickly figure ‘s out what plan of action/ treatment /;testing that u need. Very professional .understanding because I was nevors 1 st apt ..and neglected my personal health care for many years . Me personally I had you kids bills rent so them out work notices went out window.. . . . But to sum it up.. I couldn’t belive it he ..ask about my braces explain why I didn’t have them any more.. he said don’t worried I have some here in less then 5 mins a lady walks in With 2 brand new braces 😀🙏😊,,help me put them on.& Kinda even cut the extra strapping for me . I really needed them badly .🙏😊I’m greatful over all he wonderful Dr. With an amazing staff. 💯🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩
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Alice D.- HERBERT

June 3rd 2026

5

All my providers are caring and actually listen to my concerns. I can count on them any time I have questions or concerns.

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Dawn Smith

June 2nd 2026

5
All my providers are caring and actually listen to my concerns. I can count on them any time I have questions or concerns.
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Dawn Smith

June 2nd 2026

5

Dr. Boler quickly diagnosed my issues, set me up for surgery, and answered all my questions. Rebecca his nurse was very helpful in helping me get the clearance from my Dr.s office …

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April Stevens

May 30th 2026

5
Dr. Boler quickly diagnosed my issues, set me up for surgery, and answered all my questions. Rebecca his nurse was very helpful in helping me get the clearance from my Dr.s office and the surgical team was wonderful. Put my nerves at ease. Did not ever think I would have feeling in my fingers again but my hand functions and has feeling to my fingers after a short time of healing.
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April Stevens

May 30th 2026

5

We had a great experience at OrthoNY with Dr. James M. Boler. He was professional, attentive, and took the time to make sure my son Nova felt comfortable throughout the visit. He …

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Da’Quan Coleman

May 5th 2026

5
We had a great experience at OrthoNY with Dr. James M. Boler. He was professional, attentive, and took the time to make sure my son Nova felt comfortable throughout the visit. He explained everything clearly and made sure I understood the next steps in Nova’s care, which I really appreciated as a parent. The staff was friendly and efficient, and the overall visit went smoothly. It’s important to me that my child feels at ease in a medical setting, and this visit helped build that trust. Thank you for the care and attention you showed Nova.”
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Da’Quan Coleman

May 5th 2026

5

Dr. Boler demonstrated extensive knowledge and experience throughout my care. From the initial consultation to the operation on my hand, everything was handled with confidence and precision. He took the time to …

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ashraf hegazy

April 27th 2026

5
Dr. Boler demonstrated extensive knowledge and experience throughout my care. From the initial consultation to the operation on my hand, everything was handled with confidence and precision. He took the time to explain the procedure clearly, answered all my questions, and made me feel comfortable going into surgery. The operation was successful, and my recovery has been smooth thanks to his expertise. I truly appreciate his professionalism, skill, and attention to detail. I highly recommend Dr. Boler to anyone in need of hand surgery.
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ashraf hegazy

April 27th 2026

5

Dr Boler is great to work with. He listens and isn’t in a hurry to get to his next patient. He explained his plan of action for what might be next. We …

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Rory McDonald

April 11th 2026

5
Dr Boler is great to work with. He listens and isn’t in a hurry to get to his next patient. He explained his plan of action for what might be next. We need more like him.
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Rory McDonald

April 11th 2026

5

Dr. Boler is kind, thoughtful and an expert in treating the hands. He has helped me for about 20 years.

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Michael D. Rourke

April 11th 2026

5
Dr. Boler is kind, thoughtful and an expert in treating the hands. He has helped me for about 20 years.
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Michael D. Rourke

April 11th 2026

5

Never had a bad experience with you.

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todd englehart

April 4th 2026

5
Never had a bad experience with you.
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todd englehart

April 4th 2026

5

under care of Dr.Boler since December.. i have nothing but praise to say..

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joann laflamme

March 27th 2026

5
under care of Dr.Boler since December.. i have nothing but praise to say..
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joann laflamme

March 27th 2026

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