Dr. Evan James, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and shoulder surgery at Raleigh Orthopaedic Clinic. Dr. James has specific clinical interests in treating ligament tears of the knee, meniscus injuries, rotator cuff tears, shoulder labrum tears and arthritis, and hip femoroacetabular impingement and labral tears.
Dr. Evan James, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and shoulder surgery at Raleigh Orthopaedic Clinic. Dr. James has specific clinical interests in treating ligament tears of the knee, meniscus injuries, rotator cuff tears, shoulder labrum tears and arthritis, and hip femoroacetabular impingement and labral tears.
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Very professional and knowledgeable. Prepared and great job.
(6 days ago)
Jan-2026
Dr James has great bedside manner and is very kind pertaining to all things shoulders. He called me personal the day before my presentation to ensure any questions I had were answered. On the day of my procedure he went over everything again to ensure I was comfortable with everything
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
I had an excellent experience with Dr James. A true professional in the way he treated, mended, and cared for me. I am thankful and blessed.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Doctor James has a wonderful manner. He answers your questions and is so helpful and caring. He takes extra time to make you feel better. I’m so glad he did my surgery and happy with the outcome.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Amazing doctor. He listened very well, and we discussed on the options. He is very knowledgeable
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Listens and lets you explain. Very knowledgeable
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Solid and very knowledgeable
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Very through, listened carefully to my needs and was able to also look at my right shoulder as well as my left. Outstanding service. I really appreciate the outstanding care.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Dr James was so kind to me and my son
He evaluated my shoulder fracture and outlined what the next few weeks would be as it involved my care. He made it possible for me to get care closer to home. I was very impressed!
Dr. Evan James, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and shoulder surgery at Raleigh Orthopaedic Clinic.
He attended the University of Notre Dame for college, where he majored in Biology and received the Braco Award for Excellence in Cell Biology Research. Dr. James completed medical school at the University of Minnesota, and spent an additional year performing complex knee and sports medicine research at the prestigious Steadman-Philippon Research Institute in Vail, Colorado. Dr. James then completed his surgical internship, orthopedic surgery residency, and fellowship in sports medicine and shoulder surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City, ranked the #1 orthopedic hospital in the nation by U.S. News and World Report. During his training, Dr. James served as an assistant team physician for multiple professional and collegiate sports teams, including the New York Giants, New York Red Bulls, and Iona College.
Dr. James has authored more than 60 peer-reviewed scientific research papers and book chapters published in top journals in orthopedic surgery, including the American Journal of Sports Medicine, Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, Arthroscopy, and Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. He has presented research at numerous national and international meetings. As a surgical resident, he was awarded the Thomas L. Wickiewicz, MD Research Grant for research pertaining to patellofemoral instability.
Dr. James has specific clinical interests in treating ligament tears of the knee, meniscus injuries, rotator cuff tears, shoulder labrum tears and arthritis, and hip femoroacetabular impingement and labral tears. As a lifelong athlete himself, Dr. James enjoys competing in marathons and road races, as well as golfing, skiing, and hiking. Dr. James is committed to providing the highest quality of care to patients to achieve and maintain an active lifestyle.
Very professional and knowledgeable. Prepared and great job.
Dr James has great bedside manner and is very kind pertaining to all things shoulders. He called me personal the day before my presentation to ensure any questions I had were answered. On the day of my procedure he went over everything again to ensure I was comfortable with everything
I had an excellent experience with Dr James. A true professional in the way he treated, mended, and cared for me. I am thankful and blessed.
Doctor James has a wonderful manner. He answers your questions and is so helpful and caring. He takes extra time to make you feel better. I’m so glad he did my surgery and happy with the outcome.
Amazing doctor. He listened very well, and we discussed on the options. He is very knowledgeable
Listens and lets you explain. Very knowledgeable
Solid and very knowledgeable
Very through, listened carefully to my needs and was able to also look at my right shoulder as well as my left. Outstanding service. I really appreciate the outstanding care.
Dr James was so kind to me and my son He evaluated my shoulder fracture and outlined what the next few weeks would be as it involved my care. He made it possible for me to get care closer to home. I was very impressed!
Kind, skilled surgeon.