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

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
Drug Enforcement Administration
National Comm on Certif of Physician Assistants
Wisconsin Medical Examining Board
Medical Interests
Healthcare advocacy
Primary care
Reviews
Rating Breakdown
Reviews are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score.
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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5 out of 5
172 ratings,
72 reviews
8/29/2026
JD is an excellent doctor and you should be happy to have him on your staff
8/27/2026
Treated my condition extremely well
8/22/2026
Listened, thorough diagnostics. Personable.
8/22/2026
He is very pleasant and made me feel comfortable discussing all aspects of my health.
8/16/2026
Probably best Dr. I’ve had in a long time
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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