Dr. James J. Creighton, III is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. After his freshman year at Indiana University, Dr. Creighton transferred to the University of Notre Dame, receiving his Bachelor of Science. He then attended Indiana University School of Medicine, and after graduating, he stayed there for his orthopedic surgery residency. Dr. Creighton then did two fellowships to specialize in upper extremity surgery.
Dr. James J. Creighton, III is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. After his freshman year at Indiana University, Dr. Creighton transferred to the University of Notre Dame, receiving his Bachelor of Science. He then attended Indiana University School of Medicine, and after graduating, he stayed there for his orthopedic surgery residency. Dr. Creighton then did two fellowships to specialize in upper extremity surgery.
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Very cordial. The PA is who performed the cortisone shop. He was very very patient with me. Thank you.
Sep-2025
Very thorough
Sep-2025
The whole experience was great from the receptionist, nurse and doctor
The office is ran efficiently and overall excellent experience, I was impressed with how quickly I was seen and the quality of care I received was excellent
Sep-2025
Don’t know him well but I’m very happy with the way everything went today
Sep-2025
The Dr was very friendly, patient oriented and explained everything. Highly recommend Dr. Creighton for any ortho needs
Sep-2025
He was very thorough very understanding explained everything where I could understand and I feel like I’m in good hands. I do trust him.
Sep-2025
The best.
Sep-2025
Excellent
Aug-2025
Very courteous and thorough.
Aug-2025
He has repaired my 2nd shoulder now I highly recommend him and his Team. He is a great kind knowledgeable Surgeon with a great Bedside manner.
Dr. James J. Creighton, III is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana, and became a diehard Notre Dame fan at an early age. After his freshman year at Indiana University, Dr. Creighton transferred to the University of Notre Dame, receiving his Bachelor of Science. He then attended Indiana University School of Medicine, and after graduating, he stayed there for his orthopedic surgery residency. Dr. Creighton then did two fellowships to specialize in upper extremity surgery. The first was with the Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center, focusing on hand, upper extremity, and microsurgery. The second was a Shoulder and Elbow fellowship with Florida Orthopaedic Institute.
Dr. Creighton cares for all upper extremity conditions, including fracture care, arthritis, tendon and ligament injuries, nerve decompression and repair, Dupuytren’s disease, arthroplasty, and arthroscopy. He cares for patients of all ages. Dr. Creighton’s goal is to get patients back to their regular activities as soon as possible by working as a team with caregivers, family, and other medical professionals.
He is a member of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons, and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
Dr. Creighton spends his spare time with his wife and two sons. Together, they enjoy outdoor activities such as golf, skiing, snowboarding, hiking, and time at the beach and in the water. Dr. Creighton also enjoys traveling, grilling, and watching sporting events.
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Very cordial. The PA is who performed the cortisone shop. He was very very patient with me. Thank you.
Very thorough
The whole experience was great from the receptionist, nurse and doctor The office is ran efficiently and overall excellent experience, I was impressed with how quickly I was seen and the quality of care I received was excellent
Don’t know him well but I’m very happy with the way everything went today
The Dr was very friendly, patient oriented and explained everything. Highly recommend Dr. Creighton for any ortho needs
He was very thorough very understanding explained everything where I could understand and I feel like I’m in good hands. I do trust him.
The best.
Excellent
Very courteous and thorough.
He has repaired my 2nd shoulder now I highly recommend him and his Team. He is a great kind knowledgeable Surgeon with a great Bedside manner.