Dr. James P. Higgins, M.D., is a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon with a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Hand Surgery. Dr. Higgins has been named a Top Doctor by Baltimore Magazine on numerous occasions. Dr. Higgins earned his Medical Degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine. He completed his Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency at the University of Rochester. He performed a Hand Surgery Fellowship at the Raymond T. Curtis National Hand Center.
Dr. James P. Higgins, M.D., is a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon with a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Hand Surgery. Dr. Higgins has been named a Top Doctor by Baltimore Magazine on numerous occasions. Dr. Higgins earned his Medical Degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine. He completed his Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency at the University of Rochester. He performed a Hand Surgery Fellowship at the Raymond T. Curtis National Hand Center.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Greater Chesapeake Hand to Shoulder through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
Reviewed the problem with my hands & clearly explained the options on treatment. Also was able to schedule the procedure to be done.
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Dr. Higgins is always very thorough and explains everything very well. Does not make you feel stupid to ask any kind of questions. Highly recommend!
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Friendly, knowledgeable, compassionate. Need I say more
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Dr Higgins is professional and was attentive to my questions.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Could not ask for a more brilliant compassionate exceptional doctor especially dealing with a complicated patient like me! Exceptional staff especially Christi his secretary who is much more than that!!
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
I had a fairly early 10:30 am appt. We arrived 10:20 and left at 12 noon without ever seeing the doctor. He entered the room next to mine for who knows how long for another patient before we left. I realize appointments sometimes run over,but this would have been a good 2 hours without some acknowledgment.It’s just poor service ! Unfortunately I’ll have to go elsewhere.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Overall excellent experience. From the initial visit to operation day and post op. Dr. Higgins even set up a video call 2 separate times to answer questions.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
I enjoy talking to the doctor He's very knowledgeable easy to get along with and he generally smiles all the time.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Always a good experience
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Kind and professional
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
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Lutherville
1400 Front Avenue Suite 100 Lutherville, MD 21093
Dr. James P. Higgins, M.D., is a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon with a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Hand Surgery. Dr. Higgins has been named a Top Doctor by Baltimore Magazine on numerous occasions. Dr. Higgins earned his Medical Degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine. He completed his Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Residency at the University of Rochester. He performed a Hand Surgery Fellowship at the Raymond T. Curtis National Hand Center at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore.
Dr. Higgins is the frequent recipient of professional awards and honors, including:
American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery Godina Traveling Fellow American Society of Hand Traveling Visiting Professorship Inductee American Association of Plastic Surgeons Golden Apple Teaching Award from the Hand Surgery Fellows at Curtis National Hand Center Microsurgical Case of the Year Award: American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery. James P. Higgins, MD is the Chief of the Curtis National Hand Center at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore. As such, he has the responsibility of leading the clinical, administrative, research and teaching functions at the prestigious Curtis National Hand Center.
His numerous research studies and clinical trial research projects are published in prestigious peer-reviewed medical journals. He is a sought after national and international presenter and visiting professor. He is a member of many national societies and committees in the American Society for Surgery of the Hand, American Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery and the American Society of Plastic Surgery.
Dr. Higgins is a Founding Member of the American Society of Reconstructive Transplantation and a Fellow of the American College Surgeons and American Association of Plastic Surgeons.
Reviewed the problem with my hands & clearly explained the options on treatment. Also was able to schedule the procedure to be done.
Dr. Higgins is always very thorough and explains everything very well. Does not make you feel stupid to ask any kind of questions. Highly recommend!
Friendly, knowledgeable, compassionate. Need I say more
Dr Higgins is professional and was attentive to my questions.
Could not ask for a more brilliant compassionate exceptional doctor especially dealing with a complicated patient like me! Exceptional staff especially Christi his secretary who is much more than that!!
I had a fairly early 10:30 am appt. We arrived 10:20 and left at 12 noon without ever seeing the doctor. He entered the room next to mine for who knows how long for another patient before we left. I realize appointments sometimes run over,but this would have been a good 2 hours without some acknowledgment.It’s just poor service ! Unfortunately I’ll have to go elsewhere.
Overall excellent experience. From the initial visit to operation day and post op. Dr. Higgins even set up a video call 2 separate times to answer questions.
I enjoy talking to the doctor He's very knowledgeable easy to get along with and he generally smiles all the time.
Always a good experience
Kind and professional