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Dr. Edward James, MD

Medical Oncology*
2.7 (3)
Map Pin Small Park Ridge, IL
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Edward James, MD

Dr. Edward James, MD is a Medical Oncology Specialist in Park Ridge, IL. They specialize in Medical Oncology, has 21 years of experience, and is board certified in Medical Oncology. They graduated from Christian Medical College, Vellore and is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Advocate Condell Medical Center and Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center. Dr. James, completed a residency at Hospital St Raphael Yale New Haven Hospital. Patients rated Dr. James an average 2.7 star rating.

Dr. James works at Practice in Park Ridge, IL with other offices in Chicago, IL. They frequently treat conditions like Liver Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma and Anal and Rectal Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. James' Office Locations

  1. 1
    Advocate Infusion Center Luther Ln
    1700 Luther Ln Ste 2200, Park Ridge, IL 60068 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (847) 268-8200
  2. 2
    Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
    1775 Dempster St, Park Ridge, IL 60068 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (847) 723-9454
  3. 3
    Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
    836 W Wellington Ave, Chicago, IL 60657 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (773) 296-7147
  4. 4
    Advocate Medical Group Imaging Ballard Rd
    1775 Ballard Rd, Park Ridge, IL 60068 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (847) 318-2500

Hospital Affiliations
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  • Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
  • Advocate Condell Medical Center
  • Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center

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Liver Cancer
Cholangiocarcinoma
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Anemia
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Bleeding Disorders
Bone Cancer
Coagulation Disorders
Constipation
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Endocrine Gland Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
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Hypercoagulable State
Joint Pain
Leukocytopenia
Leukocytosis
Lung Cancer
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Peritoneal Cancer
Primary Hypercoagulable State
Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Tobacco Use Disorder
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Uterine Cancer
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Vitamin B Deficiency
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Abdominal Pain
Acidosis
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Adrenal Gland Cancer
Adult Failure to Thrive
Alkalosis
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Anal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Anxiety
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Blood Cancer
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Brain Cancer
Breast Cancer
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Cancer of Cerebral Meninges
Carcinoid Tumor of Gastrointestinal Tract
Cellulitis
Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Chest Pain
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML)
Chronic Pain
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Colon Cancer
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COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
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Follicular Lymphoma Grade 1
Gait Abnormality
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Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gout
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypogammaglobulinemia
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothalamus Cancer
Hypothyroidism
Illeum Cancer
Immune Thrombocytopenia
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Indigestion
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Malabsorption Carbohydrate
Lactose Intolerance
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Low Blood Oxygen Level
Lyme Disease
Lymphocytopenia
Macroglobulinemia (incl. Waldenstrom's )
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Malnutrition
Marginal Zone Lymphoma
Menstrual Disorders
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Weakness
Myelodysplastic Syndromes
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Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Osteosarcoma
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
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Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pineal Region Tumors
Plantar Wart
Pneumonia
Polycythemia Rubra Vera
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Prostate Cancer
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Colon Cancer Screening
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    About Dr. Edward James, MD

    Specialties*
    • Medical Oncology

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    Years of Experience
    • 21 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Tamil
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    NPI Number
    • 1548442007
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Yale School of Medicine
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Hospital St Raphael Yale New Haven Hospital
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Christian Medical College, Vellore
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Medical Oncology
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    Dr. Edward James, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. James is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. James has seen patients for Liver Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma and Anal and Rectal Cancer, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. James on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    3 patients have reviewed Dr. James. The overall rating for this provider is 2.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. James.

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