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Dr. James Anderson, MD

Dr. James Anderson, MD

Neurosurgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. James Anderson, MD is a neurosurgeon in Independence, OH and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, Irvine School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as University Hospitals Parma Medical Center and UH Cleveland Medical Center. He is not accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (30 reviews)

Practice

6701 Rockside Rd Ste 350 Independence, OH 44131
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Anderson is affiliated with Southwest General Health Center Middleburg Heights, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Anderson specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Anderson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Anderson

4.1
30 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 star
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3 star
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1 star
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Excellent in my opinion
Telehealth
I had first met Dr. Anderson in Metro Cleveland, Ohio. He had done wonders for me. I should say miracles I am so pleased happy on what he’s done for me. He deserves a 10 star in my book Sandy from Andover, Ohio.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • 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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Sandra Ohio – Jun 26, 2024
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Find another doctor…. This one makes you wait over an hour to see him. Not worth the wait! Does not read mri report. Does not make you feel as if your pain is of any importance. I walked away just amazed at the lack of empathy and no answers as to why I’m dealing with my pain.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Jan 30, 2024
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Felt very dismissed. Would not recommend
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Sue smith – Jan 30, 2024
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This doctor almost killed me. I have been seeing a neurosurgeon my whole life. I have had many surgeries. The most recent was in 2005. After Doctor Anderson failed in his attempt to complete my surgery, the hospital had to bring in another surgeon to fix the damage. I am still here today thanks to her skill. Find another neurosurgeon.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
5 others found this helpful
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Aug 10, 2022
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I have had two back surgeries, one on the cervical spine and one on the thoracic spine, and if I needed another one I would go to no one other than Dr Anderson. There is just no one better than him. I have had no issues with either since the surgeries and they were both done years ago, one in 1995 and one in 2003. I suffered for years with the cervical disc until Dr Anderson did the surgery but that all ended once it was over. I also had seen other doctors for the thoracic issue but it was Dr Anderson that discovered what was causing the pain. Everyone kept saying the lumbar spine was fine, and it was, but they didn't know enough to look higher. I could not recommend him enough.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Luci D – Jun 29, 2021
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First time ever went to a doctor who never even touched me after my concern of a protrusion in my back. Very strange visit ,,,,,, no explanation of MRI and brushed off in a 2 minutes appointment.
What went well
No results
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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Jben – Jul 17, 2020
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While surgery for myself is needed and knowing of my hesitation there has never been any pressure to talk me into having it
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Bill W – Aug 25, 2019
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I broke my neck in 2011,. Crushed c7, tear drip fracture in c4. I thank God, and Dr. James A. Anderson, that today, I am able walk, talk, and kiss and hug my kids good night everynight, it's been 6 years since my accident. Due to the miraculous work of Dr. Anderson, I am also practically pain free. I am extremely thankful he was on duty the night I came into the ER. A magnificent doctor. I can not say enough about this doctor. He made me feel at ease in a very scary situation. THANKFUL
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
12 others found this helpful
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Lucinda Webber in Mansfield, ohio – Nov 25, 2017
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Dr. Anderson performed back surgery on me for a cyst on my spine. I feel better than I have in years and can walk again! He was very informative when diagnosing the problem. He is a very caring and kind doctor and very good at his specialty. His office staff are wonderful too. When we had questions, we were answered right away and given a number that we were able to call after office hours. I would highly 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
12 others found this helpful
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David Botson in Brunswick, OH – Sep 25, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Anderson, MD is a neurosurgeon in Independence, OH and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, Irvine School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such...read more
  • Neurosurgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Allegheny General Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990
  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation

    Internship Hospital, 1987
  • University Of California, Irvine School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Office6701 Rockside Rd Ste 350 Independence, OH 44131
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Office7255 Old Oak Blvd Cleveland, OH 44130
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Practice

University Hospitals11100 Euclid Ave Cleveland, OH 44106
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Southwest General Health Center

    18697 Bagley Rd
    Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • UH Cleveland Medical Center

    11100 Euclid Ave
    Cleveland, OH 44106

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • University Hospitals Parma Medical Center

    7007 Powers Blvd
    Parma, OH 44129
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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