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Dr. James Kelly, MD

Dr. James Kelly, MD

Anesthesiology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. James Kelly, MD is an anesthesiologist in Kankakee, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rush University in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities Presence Saint Marys Hospital and Riverside Medical Center.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

555 W Court St Kankakee, IL 60901

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Kelly is affiliated with Presence Saint Marys Hospital Kankakee, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kelly specializes in the area of Anesthesiology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Kelly's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kelly

3.8
13 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
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1 star
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Dr. Kelly is Very Smart, knowledgeable and skillful in his field. He attempts to make you as comfortable as possible prior to procedures that may cause discomfort. He's friendly and kind and shows compassion to his patients. He's diligent in his work environment.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Linda – May 01, 2021
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Dr. Kelly has been my pain management physician since 2012. He and his staff are friendly, professional, compassionate and kind. The wait time is rarely more than 15 minutes. I believe this is because Dr. Kelly takes the time to LISTEN and explain rationale for pain and all interventions. I have had many trigger point and epidural injections. Each has been performed with a professional and compassionate approach. All with good results. I dread the day he retires. I have been a Registered Nurse for 41 years; always an observer of physician behavior, skill and treatment of patients. Dr. Kelly far surpasses other physicians in his philosophy, approach, compassion, professionalism and skill. He also has a wicked sense of humor!
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
2 others found this helpful
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Nancy – May 05, 2020
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Excellent dr. Listens and is amazing with SI joint injections...he makes them relatively painless!!
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
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IL – Sep 17, 2018
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Dr. Kelly has been my pain physician for about 9 - 10 yrs. Dr. Kelly and his staff have always treated me well, even when I am grumpy from my pain issues. Real professionals, and I rarely have to wait more than 10 minuets to see him after I arrive. Has helped me immensely!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Captain pain in K3 – May 31, 2018
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I visited Dr. Kelly's Community Pain Management office for shots in my neck. The shot couldn’t be scheduled earlier than December 23, 2017 because Dr. Kelly had a vacation scheduled. The 2d shot wasn’t scheduled until January 11, 2017 as a result of this delay. The delay caused me to pay $150.00 more for the 2d shot on top of a new deductible out of pocket for the new year. The doctor's office could care less and refused to take off the $150.00. I would recommend a different doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Manteno – Feb 22, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Kelly, MD is an anesthesiologist in Kankakee, IL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rush University in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities Presence Saint Marys Hospital and Riverside Medical Center.
  • Anesthesiology

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

  • Rush University

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
Anesthesiology
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Office555 W Court St Kankakee, IL 60901
1
Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital500 Remington Blvd Bolingbrook, IL 60440
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Presence Saint Marys Hospital

    500 W Court St
    Kankakee, IL 60901
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    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.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% 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
  • Riverside Medical Center

    350 N Wall St
    Kankakee, IL 60901
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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