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Dr. James Seeds, MD

Dr. James Seeds, MD

Sports Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. James Seeds, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Elgin, IL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Seeds has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from University of Chicago in 1997. He is affiliated with Advocate Sherman Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 53 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (53 reviews)

Fox Valley Orthopedics

2350 Royal Blvd Ste 200 Elgin, IL 60123
Telehealth available

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Dr. Seeds' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Seeds

4.5
53 ratings, 35 with a written review
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Great Visit
I was quite apprehensive about my expression diagnosis. Dr. seeds was very willing to answer my questions and made me feel better.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jan 31, 2025
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Dr Seeds did both of my shoulder surgeries 10 years apart . He’s a great surgeon and very personable.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Kim Younglove – Oct 04, 2024
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Great communication. Reassuring.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Greg Dummer – Sep 06, 2024
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Professional but very quick
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
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Aug 09, 2024
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Friendly, knowledgeable, detailed
This was our first visit with Dr. Seeds with my son. Went over the X-rays and gave us as much information and explanation as possible. Nurses were nice as well. The office staff was nice as well! They got me in same day!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Nathan – Apr 19, 2024
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Friendly welcome,in fast, great explanation of wor
Fast in processing, excellent explanation of procedure and what to expect.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Stephen K. Pass – Feb 01, 2024
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Dr. Seeds presented options for my problem.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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James Roche – Nov 10, 2023
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Another doctor saw me
My specialist didn't see me even He was there at the office.Another doctor came to explained me that everything is ok. If I ask for an appointment with my doctor I dont want nobody else to see me or I could do another appointment with a different specialist.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Ttt – Sep 09, 2023
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Thorough and Easy to Understand
Dr. Seeds explained everything from my MRI in a clear and easy to follow way. I appreciated the speed of the appointment and at no time did I feel rushed or like I was a nuisance with my questions.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 19, 2023
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I like how Dr. Seeds explained all my options to help relieve my knee pain ! Then the rest the staff is so nice and welcoming as I was a new patient coming in ! Thank you so much! Jennifer Stark
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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May 02, 2023
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Care staff
Amazing hard working people!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Mar 07, 2023
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I completely trust him.
Dr seeds is a pro. Trust him with all of my family’s ortho needs.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Andy Richmond – Mar 07, 2023
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Great!
They were precise, gentle and on time.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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James M. Warner – Dec 20, 2022
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Spends just 2 minutes!
I had a foot injury and the Dr spent less than 3 minutes with me. He asked his assistant to put on a boot on my injured foot and left the room! I had to call back and ask how to manage my pain in my foot! He then says I should not take the medication prescribed by the ER which I had visited 2 days before. I would have continued with the ER medication had I not called!!! Very poor approach!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
1 other person found this helpful
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MA – Nov 03, 2022
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Over charging insurance
Was billed ~$300 for a new office visit (stating 45+ minutes in my insurance claim). The doctor spent 2 minutes with me and his PT probably 10 minutes! What kind of billing and service is this and how do they get away with no oversight or proof of time spent?
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
1 other person found this helpful
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Oct 12, 2022
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Great experience
The staff at Fox Valley Orthopedic was all great when I went for my appointment. The X-ray tech was so nice, and Dr. Seeds P.A. was attentive and thorough. When Dr. Seeds came in, he was also very attentive and thorough in my exam and gave me a couple different treatment options. I highly recommend Dr. Seeds and his staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Sep 06, 2022
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Efficient and caring
Very good visit . Quick thorough in exam and treatment .
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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James Maleski – Jun 10, 2022
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Phoned it in.
Not all knees are created equal. Dr. Ordered an MRI. Nothing conclusive. So he gave an injection and said his wife needs them a couple times a year too. Just to come back when it hurts again. I told Dr. Seeds that I could not drive my car without extreme pain and was a very busy mother of 2, runner, active person. I didn’t trust him enough to go back when my knee was back to square 1 within the week. Super nice guy tho … just didn’t consider me as a whole.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 06, 2022
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Cortisone knee shots
Great experience very informative answers with questions asked about future procedure's would highly recommend Dr Seeds
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 12, 2022
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I saw Dr. Seeds for left knee osteoarthritis. They took excellent X-rays that they shared and explained to me. I was given several options of care. Very satisfied with the kind service of everyone in the clinic as well as Dr Seeds. I will continue with his care and would recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 09, 2022
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About Me

care philosophy

With so many effective and minimally-invasive treatment options available, I can tailor treatments to the needs of patients. I focus on listening to patients and together developing a plan to return to a normal active lifestyle. Non-surgical options...read more

biography

Dr. Seeds is an accomplished and compassionate surgeon who has been trained to handle every aspect of orthopedic surgery. With solid experience in both minimally invasive and traditional techniques, he can choose the most appropriate approach for...read more

  • Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

  • Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedics

  • Pediatric Non-Surgical Orthopedics

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  • American Sports Medicine Institute

    Fellowship Hospital, 2005

  • Upmc Hamot Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2004

  • St Elizabeth's Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1999

  • Rush Presbyterian St Luke's Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1998

  • University Of Chicago

    Medical School, 1997

  • Miami University

    Undergraduate School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Fox Valley Orthopedics

Fox Valley Orthopedics2350 Royal Blvd Ste 200 Elgin, IL 60123
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    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
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Fox Valley Orthopedics

Fox Valley Orthopedics2971 W Algonquin Rd Ste 101A Algonquin, IL 60102
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    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
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    • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions
(847) 854-8590

Fox Valley Orthopedics

Fox Valley Orthopedics420 W Northwest Hwy Ste M Barrington, IL 60010
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    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
  • Directions
(847) 382-6766
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