James A. Hill, MD

James A. Hill, MD

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Primary Specialty

Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

Secondary Specialty

  • Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
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Practice Focus Areas

  • Arthroscopic Surgery - Knee
  • Arthroscopic Surgery - Shoulder
  • Athletic Knee Problems
  • Shoulder Problems
  • Shoulder Surgery
  • Upper Extremity Surgery

Education

Medical Education:
MD, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine - 1974
Residency:
McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University - 1979

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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5.0
5.0 

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August 27, 2022

5.0

He is so good with patients and very thorough.

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August 24, 2022

5.0

I sing his praises already, all the time, to ANYONE who will listen.

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August 20, 2022

5.0

I fill very confident in Dr. Hill's council for my pending progress and recovery.

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August 20, 2022

5.0

He is the nicest most caring doctors I have ever met. Very knowledgeable!

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August 19, 2022

5.0

Understands and focuses on patient’s goals and discusses all of the options to help you make appropriate decisions. Very helpful explanations and thoughtful answers to questions.

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August 18, 2022

5.0

I have been a patient of Dr Hill for over 20 years he is an excellent doctor that treat his patient professionally and he listens and he is an excellent doctor

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August 18, 2022

5.0

These days it’s not as common for physicians to spend their time in the examining room listening to the patient, explaining clearly to the patient what is possible and probable, and allowing the patient to Express his or her concerns. Many physicians these days focus on computer entries. Dr. Hill focuses on the patient.

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August 18, 2022

5.0

When you find a great Doctor you want to share with family, friends and everyone!

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August 17, 2022

5.0

Very Good medical care.

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August 13, 2022

5.0

simply a fine doctor and good human being

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August 12, 2022

5.0

Very experienced and details doctor.

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August 11, 2022

5.0

The same answer as above.

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August 01, 2022

5.0

Very professional

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August 01, 2022

5.0

Very helpful

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July 27, 2022

5.0

Kind, thoughtfulness and detailed

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July 26, 2022

5.0

He knows exactly whst he's doing

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July 25, 2022

5.0

He is extremely calm and always consistent with his methods of caring. He makes you feels that he personally cares.

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July 24, 2022

5.0

Kind, caring, professional, Listens and explains. Follows up.

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July 23, 2022

5.0

He is attentive and listens well to his patients, in an effort to remedy whatever situation you present. He repaired a rotator cuff for me, and I was very satisfied with the results.

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July 22, 2022

5.0

He is one of your best Doctors.He always listen to his patients, explain things carefully to them, to understand,what is happening and the best treatments. He really care about his patients and their welfare. I glad his is my Doctor.

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July 20, 2022

5.0

Great doctor

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July 19, 2022

5.0

Very likely

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July 18, 2022

5.0

Grid one of the best of the three doctors who either treated me or is still treating me in the orthotics dept.

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July 15, 2022

5.0

Very concerning

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July 14, 2022

5.0

He has always been patient and thorough in his explanations of diagnosis and care

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July 14, 2022

5.0

I greatly value Dr. Hill’s desire to explain best options for continued care to achieve best outcomes. He values my concern for patients quality of life.

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July 14, 2022

5.0

He is professional. He answered all my questions. He assured me that if I had more questions I could just call.

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July 13, 2022

5.0

Great DR.

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July 07, 2022

5.0

I have already recommended him to my wife.

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July 06, 2022

5.0

Very responsive to my needs and questions.

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July 05, 2022

5.0

He dope.

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July 04, 2022

5.0

Knows his stuff

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July 02, 2022

5.0

He is good at what he do.

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July 02, 2022

5.0

He always listens and is incredibly competent. I think he’s the best!

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June 29, 2022

5.0

He’s the very best there is. Doesn’t rush you out. I’ve never left his office without feeling 100% comfortable with his diagnosis. He takes the necessary time to ensure that happens.

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June 28, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, listens, explains clearly. Kind. The BEST

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June 26, 2022

5.0

Great doctor with superior bedside manners

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June 24, 2022

5.0

His professional but polite demeanor brings comfort when in pain. He’s an excellent listener. When you are a senior, listening is important. His approach to managing my arthritis issues is working. I am able to do activities that were difficult.

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June 23, 2022

5.0

I come from Las Vegas just to see Dr.Hill, and blessed to have his care.

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June 23, 2022

5.0

Simple!DR HILL IS THE ABSOLUTE BEST IN EVERY ASPECT!!!

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June 13, 2022

5.0

Outstanding!!

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June 10, 2022

5.0

He’s knowledgeable and conservative with treatment

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June 10, 2022

5.0

He clearly explains everything and provides treatment options. He listens to my questions and never rushes through my appointment.

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June 10, 2022

5.0

Thorough, listens to patients, forms treatment plan with patient, kind, obviously very knowledgeable in his field. I know he is well respected by my general practitioner.

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June 08, 2022

5.0

He was an attentive listener. He knew what he was talking about, he is everything someone would want in a doctor.

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June 04, 2022

5.0

he takes time with me and seems to understand my concerns over my medical problem

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June 01, 2022

5.0

he is a good doctor

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June 01, 2022

5.0

He is just the person I discussed in the first question.

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May 31, 2022

5.0

He is very calming, asks the right questions, and even considered weather my symptoms were related to my specific social determinants of health (i.e., could my shoulder pain be related to pre-diabetes or diabetes?)

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May 31, 2022

5.0

I know Dr. Hill cares about his patients and will explain to you what is happening every step of the way.

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May 31, 2022

5.0

He is wonderful. Listens and engages with patients. I feel full informed and extremely well cared for. Also they always are on time, no long waits.

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May 31, 2022

5.0

Very professional and very courteous and knowledgeable.

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May 25, 2022

5.0

My experience with Dr. Hill has been great. His bedside manner shows he truly cares about his patients, I was sick on my last visit, having breathing issues, before my ortho follow up, he inquired about how I was feeling since my last visit. He didn’t have to do that, but he did. That meant a lot to me

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May 22, 2022

5.0

Great knowledge.

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May 20, 2022

5.0

Professional, kind and concerned. Very helpful in getting diagnostic tests done quickly.

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March 31, 2022

5.0

Great doctor that shows understanding and truly cares for his patients

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March 30, 2022

5.0

Unique wisdom, expertise, diagnostics and care. Total trust and confidence.

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March 29, 2022

5.0

He was extremely thorough and explained details in a way that made sense for a lay person.

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March 26, 2022

5.0

Got to give the best credit where it's due

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March 18, 2022

5.0

He is caring, compassionate and conservative in his approach.

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March 17, 2022

5.0

Hey really does listen to me and if he can't help he has recommended options outside of Northwestern hospital

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March 16, 2022

5.0

Very pleasant and courteous.Felt comfortable with his decision about my health care needs. Listened patiently to my feedback on what I am experiencing with medical condition and how I am trying to improve.Discussed my therapy experience that I am currently involved in to strengthen my medical condition. A follow up appointment was scheduled.Overall I felt comfortable and confident that Dr. Hill is treating me appropriately!

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March 15, 2022

5.0

Patient kind Patient considerate and cares for his patients

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March 14, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, conservative, balanced and wholistic approach to care. Attentive to patient and offers meaningful, practical feedback and guidance.

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March 14, 2022

5.0

Great doctor. Listen to you and answers your questions. Explains everything.

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March 13, 2022

5.0

Knowledgeable, friendly and gives great advice.

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March 13, 2022

5.0

Great bed side manner. Easy to talk to. Very understanding.

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March 10, 2022

5.0

He immediately diagnosed an issue that others had missed with the same images. He will do his final recommendations after seeing the results of an MRI. He took so much time. He didn’t hurt me during examination and he was a true gentleman.

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March 08, 2022

5.0

Listens to the patient. Understands the needs of older patients.

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February 26, 2022

5.0

No nonsense On time Great doctor and wonderful bedside manner

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February 22, 2022

5.0

He's been my orthopedic doctor for over 20 years.

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February 19, 2022

5.0

very professional environment. Dr Hill provides very personal and comfortable environment

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February 16, 2022

5.0

He is a wonderful doctor he is caring concerned about his patients well-being just an excellent doctor

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February 15, 2022

5.0

Very understanding!

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February 12, 2022

5.0

He's knowledgeable, explains things well, points things out on the Xray, really seems to care. His recommendations make sense, he doesn't go for the most aggressive treatment first. I've seen him for several issues and really appreciate his approach

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February 12, 2022

5.0

He's a great doctor.

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February 09, 2022

5.0

Wonderful doctor. He made me feel very confident about the situation moving forward.

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January 31, 2022

5.0

He check everything the right way

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January 31, 2022

5.0

He has knowledge and experience

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January 28, 2022

5.0

Timely, attentive and knowledgeable care!

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January 25, 2022

5.0

He is personable and professional

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January 24, 2022

5.0

He has been caring for me and my family for years and we don’t trust anyone else for our orthopedic needs.

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January 24, 2022

5.0

Welcoming and engaging throughout consultation, Dr. Hill exudes trust and confidence.

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January 17, 2022

5.0

Friendly, gives you all the info, spends as much time as you need. Informative, someone you can trust. Very, very satisfied.

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January 17, 2022

5.0

Several years of care: experienced/thoughtful/kind/available.

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January 13, 2022

5.0

He listens, asked me questions. And gave great advice

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January 13, 2022

5.0

Professional, his knowledge, patience and willingness to explain where and what the issues were.Dr. Hill was was very through and welcomed my questions. He answered my questions to my satisfaction. Dr Hill instilled confidence in me of his care!

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January 12, 2022

5.0

He is very knowledgeable and informative and caring and personable. Dr. Hill, is very patient and answers all your questions.

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January 09, 2022

5.0

He’s the best I have ever seen and have been to 4 different Doctors about this problem.

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January 08, 2022

5.0

He listens and is practical

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January 07, 2022

5.0

I believe that he will give them the same care that he has given me in the past.

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January 05, 2022

5.0

Friendly, put me At ease, very knowledgeable, and very helpful.

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January 04, 2022

5.0

Great doctor.

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December 31, 2021

5.0

Skilled, experienced and patient focused

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December 31, 2021

4.0

So far happy with care provided surgery went well

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December 30, 2021

5.0

Genuine care and educates me

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December 30, 2021

5.0

if I didn't feel he's the best I would have gone somewhere else in that time U think

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December 27, 2021

5.0

Personable, patient, knowledgeable, caring!

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December 26, 2021

5.0

Talks in term in understand . Gives me options .

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December 21, 2021

5.0

He’s the best in the business.

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Disclosures

James A. Hill, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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