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Lee James, D.O.
Advanced Orthopedic Center
Orthopedics, Interventional Pain Medicine, Physiatry
Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda
Most recent review: 3 days ago
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4.9
5.7K Ratings
2.5K 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
5.7K Ratings
2.5K 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: 3 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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The best doctor!
Dr James was great explains my situation and all the options, risk and benefits. He has a great demeanor as well.
Dr James was super. Terrific communication and answered questions!
After waited an hour and l left for another appointment. Was not seen by doctor or nurse practitioner Not a good experience.
Great Doc. Very patient, very caring. Highly recommend.
Rock star named Dr. Lee James!!! Thorough, informative and listens. He is the best! Thanks
Dr. James is always top notch!
Very compassionate and a very good listener! Straight forward care
Took the time to listen and explain my condition in detail, did not feel rushed, he is very thorough, was great!!!
Although somewhat Dr James help talk you through