background
background
Dr. James Edwards, MD

Dr. James Edwards, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. James Edwards, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Cape Girardeau, MO and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Missouri School of Medicine in 1997. He is affiliated with Saint Francis Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 51 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (51 reviews)

Advanced Orthopedic Specialists

48 Doctors Park Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Edwards specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. 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.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals
ADVERTISEMENT
healthgrades-rx

Save money with free prescription discounts

Optum Perks and Healthgrades are subsidiaries of RVO Health.

Experience Check

Search for experience in a specific area

Insurance Check

Search for your insurance carrier and choose your plan type

Dr. Edwards' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Edwards

4.8
51 ratings, 33 with a written review
5 star
94%
94%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
6%
6%

Your trust is our top concern.

We strive to keep reviews honest, trustworthy, and fair.

Doctors can not pay for good reviews, nor can they pay to have negative reviews removed.

We monitor all reviews to ensure they comply with our guidelines and don’t include personal information, profanity, libel, defamation, harassment, obscenity or fraud.

Any reviews that are deemed fraudulent or violate our guidelines will be removed immediately.

All reviews are confirmed and audited before publication, and community members have the ability to flag inappropriate content for further review by our team.

Physician to Patient Positive
Dr. Edwards appears to be a matter of fact kind of doctor. Listens with eye contact. Doesn't beat around the bush and also appears to take the path to treatment without surgery, if possible. Dr. Edwards is professional without being 'stuffy.' Encouraging to let the patient know he is there if need - just call for an appointment. I'll definitely continue to see him as needed. Very satisfied with my visits.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
May 15, 2024
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?
Excellence personified
Dr. Edwards assessed & treated my chronic pain in left elbow. Top notch specialist. Deeply impressed w-expertise of analysis and care. Has a great office staff and an outstanding PA assisting him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Martin Weber – Feb 08, 2024
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?
Disappointed
Hearts not in his job. Unfriendly. Doesn’t get and want to know patient. Made me feel like a loser.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
May 05, 2023
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?
Runs on time or actually early.
No waiting around on my last two visit, actually checked in early and they saw me early did not have to sit around in the waiting room.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 18, 2023
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?
Happy Knee Surgery with Dr.Edwards
Dr. Edwards and Staff were professional, informative, and kind. I couldn't have chosen a better team... I am very satisfied with the results of my knee surgery... I feel very blessed... Thank you God and Dr. Edwards.
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
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Kevin Jordan – Feb 22, 2023
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?
Follow up after total right knee replacement.
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
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
PATSY A CRAIG – Feb 22, 2023
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?
High level of knowledge
He is very active in listening and answering patient concerns. He relates in a very positive manner. He presents information factually. He appears as fully present in the visits.
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
Helpful
Sonya Landers – Feb 21, 2023
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?
Wonderful Surgeon!
Dr. Edwards is caring, knowledgeable, gentle, informative, and treats me for several conditions. I'd recommend him to anyone and I have found a great surgeon.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Dana P. – Feb 14, 2023
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?
Very professional
Professional and no long waiting times to get in.
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
Helpful
Bennett – Feb 12, 2023
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?
Pain in the left knee. Suspect calcium deposit floating around.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Clara Essner – Feb 11, 2023
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?
Excellent Physician
Dr. Edwards has been very straightforward and professional. He's extremely knowledgeable in his area of expertise. In my opinion thus far, he is an excellent choice for an orthopedic.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Feb 04, 2023
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?
The care I received in my first visit was amazing the info. Given to me is very helpful. Looking forward to get my issue fixed and enjoy life again.
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
Helpful
Mary Hileman – Jan 28, 2023
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?
I was happy to hear that my problem could be resolved with therapy.
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
Helpful
Jan 19, 2023
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?
Really liked him!
Had a great visit!
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
Helpful
Chastity – Dec 20, 2022
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?
He is the greatest!!!! Very professional!
We discussed my surgery. He answered all my questions and didn’t seem rushed.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Georgia Hefler – Nov 30, 2022
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?
Conversation regarding progress of knee mobility over last 6 weeks, much improved but still occasional pain , will follow plan per previous visit and have MRI to see whether meniscus is affected.
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
Helpful
Patricia (Patty) Hogan – Oct 30, 2022
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?
Best orthopedic doctor in Cape.
He is prob the best orthopedic doctor I have seen ever. He doesn’t use surgery as his first go to or medications. I had used him in the past for my knee and he did an absolute great job in getting me back on my feet. When others couldn’t. So of course I wanted to see him for my shoulder this time! He has a fantastic bed side manner and takes the time to listen to his patients. I’ve had to see many orthopedic doctors in my life and he even beats the ones in St Louis. He treats you as a person not a number. A lot of surgeons have this higher power mentality. He doesn’t. He has a great since of humor as well. He isn’t pushy about procedures. He discusses them with you. Not tell you! Makes a big difference in care in my opinion. He isn’t afraid to try our new procedures as well. His pain management is also top notch. He tired to keep you comfortable not doped up. I have absolutely not one single complaint about this doctor.
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
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Mary S – Sep 22, 2022
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?
Meniscus Procedure
Dr. Edwards and his staff are awesome! They listen, share options, and are sincere and thorough. This visit was a post surgery follow up. Dr. Edwards and the entire staff were friendly, and they valued my time ensuring my visit was efficient. All my questions were answered, and I didn’t feel rushed. I’ve had three meniscus surgeries; one by a Mizzou ortho doc and two by Dr. Edwards. I’m completely satisfied with the pre-surgery process and post-surgery outcome from Dr. Edwards’ procedures. Dr. Edwards is my first and only choice when it comes to ortho problems. I’m blessed to know 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
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Chad Craft – Sep 18, 2022
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?
Needed injection in left knee -- nice visit-- procedure went as expected
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
Helpful
Royce Ellsworth – Aug 29, 2022
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?
Dr Edwards was really good
I would recommend Dr Edward.He is nice and tells you exactly what is wrong. I had 2 shots in both knees yesterday. The nurse practitioner gave them to me and she was good !!!
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
Helpful
Margaret c shipman – Aug 28, 2022
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Edwards?

Leave a review

How was your experience with Dr. Edwards?

About Me

Watch Dr. Edwards' Video

biography

Dr. James Edwards, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Cape Girardeau, MO and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Missouri School of Medicine in 1997. He is affiliated with Saint Francis Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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

  • University Of Missouri / Columbia Campus|university Of Missouri-columbia School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • Knoxville Orthopaedic Clinic

    Fellowship Hospital, 2003
  • University Of Missouri-columbia Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1998
  • University Of Missouri School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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

Advanced Orthopedic Specialists

Advanced Orthopedic Specialists - Cape Girardeau48 Doctors Park Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
1

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint Francis Medical Center

    211 Saint Francis Dr
    Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

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

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality