Dr. James A. Rochester began his medical career as a hospital corpsman and paramedic serving 7 years with the USAF, enlisting after high school. After his service, he attended West Chester University, majoring in Biology & Chemistry. He then completed a Cardiovascular Research internship at Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Rochester received an US Armed Services Scholarship to attend medical school at Temple University School of Medicine, graduating with honors.
Dr. James A. Rochester began his medical career as a hospital corpsman and paramedic serving 7 years with the USAF, enlisting after high school. After his service, he attended West Chester University, majoring in Biology & Chemistry. He then completed a Cardiovascular Research internship at Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Rochester received an US Armed Services Scholarship to attend medical school at Temple University School of Medicine, graduating with honors.
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Very professional
(4 days ago)
Feb-2026
He is amazing. It's rare that you find a doctor that can explain exactly what is wrong and why. I trust everything he says and does. I have been to doctors in the past where that wasn't the case. Needless to say, I never went back to them. Dr. Rochester has my absolute trust with what has to happen next.
(4 days ago)
Feb-2026
Great
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Had a great experience Dr. Rochester is great explains everything in full detail and never rushes your vist would recommend him for anyone
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Great doctor, wanted to hear what I had to say and thoroughly looked me over not just reading the chart and making assumption like most, he was unsure of some details regarding a rare muscular disease and even is going as far as spending the time to research it before my next appointment. Would definitely recommend
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
He is caring, listens well and stays on top of your needs.
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
He is so nice, I really love that he said a couple of words in Spanish to help me understand. He’s very thoughtful and kind, he sent me for some tests that I never heard before, I think that he will help me with the pain that I have for almost 3 years.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Kindest most patient doctor I have ever met
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Rochester was great very thorough went everything and explained stuff in a way anyone can understand
(2 months ago)
Dec-2025
Outstanding doctor, listen to you. Asked all the questions. Made you feel like he loves his job and actually cares. Unlike his surgical partner that ridiculous. Dr rochester i give 10 stars too.
Dr. James A. Rochester began his medical career as a hospital corpsman and paramedic serving 7 years with the USAF, enlisting after high school. After his service, he attended West Chester University, majoring in Biology & Chemistry. He then completed a Cardiovascular Research internship at Thomas Jefferson University.
Dr. Rochester received an US Armed Services Scholarship to attend medical school at Temple University School of Medicine, graduating with honors. He was granted a civilian waiver to attend residency at Lancaster General Hospital’s Family Medicine Program. This was followed by fellowship training in Obstetrics and later Sports Medicine at US National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, MD. Dr. Rochester spent 11 years as a medical officer and surgeon in the USAF, in numerous assignments and deployments. His final assignment was as Assistant Professor at the Uniformed Services University Medical School in Washington, DC.
After 18 years of military service the Rochester Family settled in Lancaster, PA. He spent 2 years in private practice before becoming Medical Director of a small Occupational Medicine practice here in Lancaster. Over the next 18+ years it became the largest and most successful Occupational Medicine Practice in the area. Dr. Rochester brings over 20 years of Sports Medicine and Occupational Medicine experience to LOG.
Very professional
He is amazing. It's rare that you find a doctor that can explain exactly what is wrong and why. I trust everything he says and does. I have been to doctors in the past where that wasn't the case. Needless to say, I never went back to them. Dr. Rochester has my absolute trust with what has to happen next.
Great
Had a great experience Dr. Rochester is great explains everything in full detail and never rushes your vist would recommend him for anyone
Great doctor, wanted to hear what I had to say and thoroughly looked me over not just reading the chart and making assumption like most, he was unsure of some details regarding a rare muscular disease and even is going as far as spending the time to research it before my next appointment. Would definitely recommend
He is caring, listens well and stays on top of your needs.
He is so nice, I really love that he said a couple of words in Spanish to help me understand. He’s very thoughtful and kind, he sent me for some tests that I never heard before, I think that he will help me with the pain that I have for almost 3 years.
Kindest most patient doctor I have ever met
Dr. Rochester was great very thorough went everything and explained stuff in a way anyone can understand
Outstanding doctor, listen to you. Asked all the questions. Made you feel like he loves his job and actually cares. Unlike his surgical partner that ridiculous. Dr rochester i give 10 stars too.