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Dr. James Seeds, MD

Dr. James Seeds, MD

Orthopedic Surgeon
420 W Northwest Hwy, Barrington, IL
4.98
“The staff is always friendly and I never have to wait more than a few minutes. Everything is explained to me and I never feel rushed. ”
Michelle W.November 30, 2025
Highly recommended
98% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.98

Average wait time

4.91

Bedside manner

5.00
“The staff is always friendly and I never have to wait more than a few minutes. Everything is explained to me and I never feel rushed. ”
Michelle W.November 30, 2025
“My experience with Dr Seeds, the office staff, and other medical staff was great. Everyone was friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. I was seen quickly, with little wait time. Dr Seeds examined me, quickly diagnosed and explained the issue with my shoulder, and recommended a treatment. I was thoroughly satisfied and would definitely recommend Dr Seeds and Fox Valley Orthopedics!”
Kathlene P.October 25, 2025

About Dr. James Seeds

Dr. Seeds is an accomplished and compassionate surgeon who is board certified in both Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Sports Medicine, a certification earned by less than 10% of Orthopedic Surgeons in the United States. He completed a Fellowship in Sports Medicine at the highly acclaimed American Sports Medicine Institute headed by Dr. Lawrence Lemak and Dr. James Andrews. Extensive training enables Dr. Seeds to handle every aspect of orthopedic surgery and sports medicine including the conservative treatment of conditions of the shoulder, knee, ankle, elbow, and wrist using an arthroscope. These minimally invasive procedures allow Dr. Seeds to repair and reconstruct cartilage and ligaments through tiny incisions. For patients, this means minimal time under anesthesia, no hospital stay, reduced pain, and faster recovery. During his career, Dr. Seeds has served as a Team Physician for sports organizations at all levels. His experience includes covering a multitude of high school, college and professional sports teams including Boston College football, Auburn University football, Erie Otters hockey, NFL Europe, Schaumburg Flyers baseball, Chicago Outlaws lacrosse and Chicago Soul soccer. A lifelong athlete, Dr. Seeds understands the active lifestyle and a patient’s desire to get back to participating in sports. His first approach is always the most appropriate conservative (non-operative) option. He believes the best results are obtained when the surgeon and patient work together to formulate a recovery plan. He takes the time to explain every option in detail and provides patients with comprehensive information to ensure they understand and feel comfortable with their treatment plan. Most importantly, Dr. Seeds believes the learning process never ends for a surgeon. Therefore, he continues to attend orthopedic conferences and stays involved in academic orthopedics to offer patients the best and most current treatment options.

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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.
Knee joint injury
Pain in joint
Rotator cuff injury
Fracture/dislocation treatment arm/wrist/hand
Arthritis
Knee arthroscopy
Knee joint injury
Pain in joint
Rotator cuff injury
Fracture/dislocation treatment arm/wrist/hand

Office locations

Fox Valley Orthopedics (1 of 3)
420 W Northwest Hwy, Barrington, IL 60010
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Fox Valley Orthopedics (2 of 3)
2971 W Algonquin Rd, Ste 101A, Algonquin, IL 60102
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Fox Valley Orthopedics (3 of 3)
1710 N Randall Rd, Ste 140, Elgin, IL 60123
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Education and background

Practice names

Hospital affiliations

  • Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
  • Sherman Hospital

Board certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)

Education and training

  • Medical School - University of Chicago, Doctor of Medicine
  • Rush University, Residency in General Surgery
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Hamot, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
  • American Sports Medicine Institute, Fellowship in Sports Medicine
  • Saint Elizabeth's Medical Center, Fellowship in Clinical Orthopedics
  • Miami University (Bachelor's)

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1225147028

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.98
Wait time
4.91
Bedside manner
5.00
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As expected. Office ran well with very short wait.
Verified patient
The staff is always friendly and I never have to wait more than a few minutes. Everything is explained to me and I never feel rushed.
Verified patient
My experience with Dr Seeds, the office staff, and other medical staff was great. Everyone was friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. I was seen quickly, with little wait time. Dr Seeds examined me, quickly diagnosed and explained the issue with my shoulder, and recommended a treatment. I was thoroughly satisfied and would definitely recommend Dr Seeds and Fox Valley Orthopedics!
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Dr Seeds was knowledgeable and professional. He explained how the muscles and tendons can be affected by a strained or torn hamstring.
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Dr. James Seeds is affiliated with Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital and Sherman Hospital.

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Where is Dr. James Seeds's office located?

Dr. James Seeds has 3 office locations, including in Barrington, Algonquin, and Elgin, view full addresses on Dr. Seeds's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. James Seeds have?

Dr. James Seeds is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. James Seeds?

Dr. James Seeds frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Orthopedic Consultation, Sports Injury, Surgery Consultation, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. James Seeds on their profile.

What languages does Dr. James Seeds speak?

Dr. James Seeds speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. James Seeds in reviews?

47 patients have reviewed Dr. James Seeds. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.98/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.91/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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