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.
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.
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
He was very kind during and after my procedure.
Great work, always caring, he is there for you when you are hurting
Attended to mom patiently, on time and informed me every step of the way. We never felt rushed.
Dr James is truly professional, funny, caring and makes you feel important. The staff is also awesome.... Chris was a great help to me as it's hard for me to get on/off the exam table.
I have one word FANTASTIC
Outstanding he went above what I expected. Excellent service.
Great doctor Knowledgeable, personable, and always flexible on scheduling. He shows a true interest and compassion in his patients.
Very impressed with his honesty about the procedure and suggestion for a knee brace for more stability! Staff and everyone were so kind. Looking forward to my next appointment for the ablation!
Wonderful doctor. Great rapport and cheerful all the time. Staff great too. I’m so glad I’m a patient
Dr James is the best! Always wants to help and support you!