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Lee James, D.O.
Advanced Orthopedic Center
Orthopedics, Interventional Pain Medicine, Physiatry
Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda
Most recent review: 5 days ago
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4.9
5.5K Ratings
2.4K Comments
Dr. James specializes in comprehensive non-surgical management of spine and other musculoskeletal conditions, including acute and chronic back and neck pain, sciatica, nerve pain, and joint pain.
4.9
5.5K Ratings
2.4K Comments
Dr. James specializes in comprehensive non-surgical management of spine and other musculoskeletal conditions, including acute and chronic back and neck pain, sciatica, nerve pain, and joint pain.
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Most recent review: 5 days ago
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Dr. Lee James specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation with subspecialty training in pain medicine. He completed both his residency and a pain medicine fellowship at the University of North Carolina Hospitals in Chapel Hill. He is an active member of the North American Spine Society, Spine Intervention Society, International Neuromodulation Society, American Academy of Pain Medicine, and American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Dr. James specializes in comprehensive non-surgical management of spine and other musculoskeletal conditions, including acute and chronic back and neck pain, sciatica, nerve pain, and joint pain. He performs fluoroscopically-guided lumbar and cervical epidural injections, spinal cord stimulation, diagnostic nerve root blocks, peripheral nerve blocks, facet joint injections, medial branch radiofrequency lesioning, sacroiliac joint injections, Botox injections for pain management, and upper/lower extremity joint injections.
A Florida native, Dr. James received his undergraduate degree from the University of South Florida in Tampa and earned his medical degree from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale. He and his family are thrilled to be part of Advanced Orthopedic Center and the community in Southwest Florida.
Medical Education
- Medical Degree: Nova Southeastern University College of Medicine, Fort Lauderdale, FL
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency: University of North Carolina Hospitals, Chapel Hill, NC
- Fellowship: Pain Medicine, University of North Carolina Hospitals, Department of Anesthesiology, Chapel Hill, NC
Board Certification
- American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Subspecialty Certification in Interventional Pain Management
Professional Affiliations
- North American Spine Society
- Spine Intervention Society
- International Neuromodulation Society
- American Academy of Pain Medicine
- American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Hospital & Surgery Center Affiliations
- Fawcett Memorial Hospital
- Murdock Surgery Center
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Amazing physician, professional, and compassionate
Dr James explained everything he did which I appreciate.
was on time and did exactly as he said he was going to do with llittle to no discomfort thanks
He is the best. The staff is wonderful. Dr. James is very concerned and caring. I feel more than well taken care of.
Easy going. Relaxing disposition.
Always intently listens to my concerns. Realistic expectations & outcomes. Easy to talk to. Understands.
What an excellent pain management doctor. Really wants to help his patients to reduce their pain and feel better. He is easy to talk with and takes the time out of his very busy schedule to explain what the procedure is expected to do.He is a very nice person as well as a wonderful doctor. I am very impressed with him
Doctor James is very concerned about your problem & has a perfect approach of helping you get relief from your pain. Highly recommend.
The staff and Dr. James are a pleasure to collaborate with. They clearly explain the steps they will take to address your concerns.
Dr James is very good at his job. He is also very pleasant to have as my Dr.