SSM Health Dean Medical Group
James Dorrance, PA-C
Physician Assistant, Family Medicine

James Dorrance is a certified physician assistant practicing in family medicine. He obtained his undergraduate degree in biomedical engineering from the University of Wisconsin in Madison, WI. He earned his MS in Physician Assistant Studies from the University of Wisconsin in La Crosse, WI.
Dorrance is board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. He is a member of the Wisconsin Academy of Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants.
In his time away from work, JD enjoys hiking, camping, reading, music, traveling, and cooking/eating food.
_I view each patient-provider relationship as a partnership. I think it is important to supply my patients with knowledge to become proactive in their care. Making a positive impact is one of the reasons I chose family medicine.- James Dorrance, PA-C_
Dorrance is board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. He is a member of the Wisconsin Academy of Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants.
In his time away from work, JD enjoys hiking, camping, reading, music, traveling, and cooking/eating food.
_I view each patient-provider relationship as a partnership. I think it is important to supply my patients with knowledge to become proactive in their care. Making a positive impact is one of the reasons I chose family medicine.- James Dorrance, PA-C_
About Me
Specialties
Physician Assistant
Family Medicine
Gender
Male
Education
University of Wisconsin - La Crosse
Master of Science, 2020
Certifications
National Comm on Certif of Physician Assistants
Wisconsin Medical Examining Board
Medical Interests
Healthcare advocacy
Primary care
Reviews
Rating Breakdown
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Question Breakdown
4.9Overall Experience5.0Listened Carefully5.0Explained Things Clearly4.9Knew Medical History5.0Involved in Care Decisions5.0Showed Courtesy & Respect
Patient Reviews
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4.9 out of 5
168 ratings,
69 reviews
7/3/2026
Already stated
7/1/2026
listens with intent to the concerns presented. Has a knowledge base that creates great results
7/1/2026
Great doctor
7/1/2026
When he examines me, he has me two different things to see if I could do those or not. He don’t stop until he finds what the real problem is he’s great.
6/28/2026
I would recommend JD to anyone who needs medical care!
Map & Directions
SSM Health Dean Medical Group
753 N. Main St.Oregon, WI 53575
Mon
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue
7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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