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Dr. James Klemens, MD

Dr. James Klemens, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
20+ years of experience

Dr. James Klemens, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Peoria, IL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Klemens has extensive experience in Otologic Conditions & Procedures and Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities Carle Health Methodist Hospital and OSF Saint Francis Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 53 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (53 reviews)

Practice

7301 N Knoxville Ave Peoria, IL 61614
Telehealth available
(309) 589-5900

Dr. Klemens is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Klemens specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Klemens' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Klemens

4.4

53 ratings, 28 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Victim – Jan 20, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 01, 2022
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What could be improved
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Nov 04, 2021
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What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Cindy Briggs – Aug 16, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Jun 09, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Elliot Yudenfriend – Apr 26, 2021
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What could be improved
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Ed Olehy – Apr 07, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 04, 2020
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Pat Williams – May 06, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Cathy – Apr 30, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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John Replogle – Mar 04, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 10, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Anna – Jan 29, 2020
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No results
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Kelly Gudat – Dec 05, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Sep 26, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 22, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Selma – Aug 16, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 01, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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David Foster – Jul 26, 2019
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No results
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May 28, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Klemens graduated from Southern Illinois University as a Doctor of Medicine in 2000. He completed his internship in the Department of Surgery, University of Chicago Hospitals in 2001, and did his Residency in Otolaryngology and a research...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
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Otolaryngology†
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
†Self designated 
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Dr. Klemens is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Peoria Ear Nose and Throat Group SC7301 N Knoxville Ave Peoria, IL 61614
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 12:00pm
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • OSF Saint Francis Medical Center

      530 NE Glen Oak Ave
      Peoria, IL 61637
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Carle Health Methodist Hospital

      221 NE Glen Oak Ave
      Peoria, IL 61636
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      73%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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