Dr. Evan James 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 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 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.
Dr. James was very attentive and explained the situation offering long and short term solutions!
Dr James did a fantastic operation on my shoulder. He is wonderful!
Explained procedure, expectations
Dr. James is so knowledgeable and explains all info without rushing. I appreciate how he explodes ALL options for you to consider. Most of all he made me feel comfortable and completely heard. Awesome doctor! Without a doubt, I would recommend, Dr. James. He is so POSITIVE!!!
Good job. Gave full explanations. No complaints.
Dr James is just one of the great Orthopaedic surgeons in the triangle. My surgery went well from the first time I met with him About my knee to recovery period. He answered all my questions clearly even for a dummy like me to understand. Has excellent bed side manners. I will trust him with all my ortho needs moving forward
Very personable. Made me feel very comfortable with prognosis and confident in his knowledge.
Explained what my symptoms showed and options. Pleasant and professional staff
Dr. James was excellent!
Pleasant experience. Dr. James listened, asked questions, provided education, and recommended a proper treatment plan.