What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.09
Average wait time
3.75
Bedside manner
4.40
“Office was in the back of the Carney Hospital, staff was pretty friendly though mix up and not used to dealing with ZocDoc and said I had an appt the previous week though all my info said this week. Once sorted out, they were very helpful and the doctor was on point naming some references of NBA, NFL to name a few of the people he works with. ”
Chad L.October 17, 2017
“Dr McGlowan is a great doctor. He is knowledgeable and explained my injury and treatment plan very well. As a physician, I highly recommend Dr McGlowan. ”
Cynthia V.July 21, 2016
About Dr. James McGlowan
Hello, my name is James Thomas McGlowan, M.D. I am an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine, arthroscopy of the shoulder, knee, ankle, elbow, and minimally invasive hip and knee replacements. I completed my medical degree at the University of Tennessee, Memphis, and completed residencies in General Surgery at New York University Elaine A. and Kenneth G. Langone Medical Center and Orthopedic Surgery at the State University of New York, Buffalo. I also completed a fellowship at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center. Additionally, I underwent a fellowship in Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine with the Boston Red Sox. I have been on staff at Beth Israel for two years. I perform arthroscopic rotator cuff repairs and anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions. I am on the Workman Compensation Board and specialize in these cases. I accept all insurances from all groups and perform surgery at Beth Israel, Needham.
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Joint problems
Knee arthroscopy
Pain in joint
Joint injury due to trauma
Knee joint injury
Joint problems
Knee arthroscopy
Pain in joint
Joint injury due to trauma
Office locations
Arthroscopy Sports Medicine (1 of 4)
2110 Dorchester Ave, Ste 211, Dorchester, MA 02124
1 of 4
Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham
Board certifications
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Education and training
- Medical School - University of Tennessee, Memphis, Doctor of Medicine
- State University of New York, Buffalo, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
- New York University Elaine A. and Kenneth G. Langone Medical Center, Residency in General Surgery
- Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center (Fellowship)
- University of Massachusetts, Fellowship in Orthopedic Sports Medicine
- University of Mississippi (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Awards and publications
- "Physician of the Year," by the Republican National Congress Committee, 2007.
- "Guide to America's Top Orthopedist," by Consumer's Research Council of America, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011.
- Double Stranded Hamstring Tendons for ACL Reconstruction: A Biomechanical Study, Am. J. Knee Surgery, 12:141-145, 1999.
- Director of Sports Medicine, Director of Arthroscopy and Director of the Knee and Shoulder Service.
- Director of Sports Medicine, Director of Arthroscopy and Director of Service- Bridgewater Goddard Park Medical Associate.
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1821079781
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.09
Wait time
3.75
Bedside manner
4.40
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22 reviews
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He was great very good telling us what he thought and put in for a ct scan which my other Dr did not do.
June 12, 2015William G.Verified patient
Without a doubt . I am very confident, That this Dr. And his team will work well for me.
February 17, 2016John H.Verified patient
Felt a little rushed, but I also felt that he knew exactly what he was doing.
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Dr McGlowan spent less than a minute evaluating me
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Office was in the back of the Carney Hospital, staff was pretty friendly though mix up and not used to dealing with ZocDoc and said I had an appt the previous week though all my info said this week. Once sorted out, they were very helpful and the doctor was on point naming some references of NBA, NFL to name a few of the people he works with.
October 17, 2017Chad L.Verified patient
Dr McGlowan is a great doctor. He is knowledgeable and explained my injury and treatment plan very well. As a physician, I highly recommend Dr McGlowan.
July 21, 2016Cynthia V.Verified patient
The consult took only a minute. If you have a specific issue he will handle right away, but don't expect much attention or time to discuss longer problems. I don't like doctors that take care in a hush, but he seems very experienced and confident.
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Very professional office.
March 31, 2015Sami A.Verified patient
Very pleasant and curtious..great staff as well..
March 11, 2015Rosemary V.Verified patient
Dr. McGlowan was attentive and quick! This was my first appointment with him. Appeared to know what he was talking about in his rapid assessment of my visit. Waiting time was extremely long, but everyone waited, which spoke well of his care. I asked one of the gentlemen in the waiting room who waited as long as I did what he thought of the doctor and he raved about him saying he was the best, and repaired his knee perfectly.
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Terrible I would never ever go back
October 16, 2014Initials hidden
All my visits with Dr. McGlowan was great.
More than 1 year agoVD
Excellent took care of problem counseled well.
More than 1 year agoAA
informative, no complaints.
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Which hospital is Dr. James McGlowan affiliated with?
Dr. James McGlowan is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Needham.
What practice does Dr. James McGlowan work with?
Dr. James McGlowan works with Arthroscopy Sports Medicine.
Where is Dr. James McGlowan's office located?
Dr. James McGlowan has 4 office locations, including in Dorchester, Needham, Brockton, and Quincy, view full addresses on Dr. McGlowan's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. James McGlowan have?
Dr. James McGlowan is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. James McGlowan?
Dr. James McGlowan frequently sees patients for Knee Problems, Orthopedic Consultation, Shoulder Pain, Shoulder Problem, and Sports Injury. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. James McGlowan on their profile.
What languages does Dr. James McGlowan speak?
Dr. James McGlowan speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. James McGlowan in reviews?
22 patients have reviewed Dr. James McGlowan. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.09/5. They have a 4.4/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.75/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.