James R. Wade, MD

James R. Wade, MD

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Primary Specialty

Thoracic Surgery

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, Washington University School of Medicine - 2009
Internship:
University of Massachusetts - 2010
Residency:
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria - 2014
Fellowships:
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System - 2017

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Surgery - Surgery (Certified)
  • American Board of Thoracic Surgery - Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Clinical Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Central DuPage Hospital
Delnor Hospital
Huntley Hospital
McHenry Hospital
Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Palos Hospital
Woodstock Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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5.0
5.0 

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39 Reviews

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39 Reviews

April 06, 2024

5.0

Dr Wade is a special human. Not quick to make a judgement, listens intently and has an actual conversation.I feel very lucky to have been referred to Dr Wade.

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March 29, 2024

5.0

Wonderful doctor, explains everything, takes the time needed to understand the procedure.

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March 14, 2024

5.0

Great Doctor. Very knowledgeable and also very kind.

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February 26, 2024

5.0

Dr. Wade is the kindest doctor I have ever meant. Not only is he a very skilled surgeon but he is a wonderful man. He held my hand as he talked to me when I was very worried about my outcome. He answers every question without any sense of rushing. I would definitely recommend him to my family and friends or anyone that needs thoracic care.

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February 22, 2024

5.0

Dr Wade was very kind and approachable. I felt like I was talking to someone I'd known for years and I appreciated his honest insights.

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February 01, 2024

5.0

Dr. Wade is very informative. He takes the time to make sure you understand the information he is giving you. I think he has a great bed side manner and made me feel comfortable.

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February 01, 2024

5.0

Dr Wade explained in detail the procedures for my upcoming surgery.

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January 31, 2024

5.0

HE IS SUCH A GREAT DOCTOR. GREAT BEDSIDE MANNER, LISTENS TO ALL YOUR CONCERNS AND EXPLAINS EVERYTHING IN DETAIL. HE IS WONDERFUL

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January 30, 2024

5.0

Dr. Wade is a very knowledgeable, caring doctor.

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January 29, 2024

5.0

Was able to talk to us easily, understood our concerns, answered all our questions.

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January 16, 2024

5.0

So far, so good.

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January 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Wade explained all about the surgery, complications and recovery.

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January 08, 2024

4.0

Caring, knowledgeable, professional

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December 28, 2023

5.0

He was understanding, kind, and told me what I wanted to know.

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December 28, 2023

5.0

Detailed explanation on the concerned topic by Dr was very helpful in understanding the issue and what it means. Really appreciative of giving patient ample time to discuss freely on any concerns or clarifications required.

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December 21, 2023

5.0

Dr. Wade treat you as a person not a number takes time to explain everything to you and I like that thank you

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December 12, 2023

5.0

Doctor James Wade is a very caring doctor. He took the time to explain the entire procedure and answered all the questions I had. I am very grateful to have Doctor Wade as my surgeon. His team is wonderful as well.

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December 11, 2023

5.0

Great doctor. Very knowledgeable and kind. Answers all questions.

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December 01, 2023

5.0

Explains everything in detail and easy to understand

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November 24, 2023

5.0

He knows he’s stuff, was really impressed.

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November 24, 2023

5.0

See above The nurses also made sure I understood what appointments needed to be made. Everyone was kind ,cordial putting me at ease.

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November 17, 2023

5.0

Dr. Wade is professional, knowledgeable and courteous. Easy to speak with and responds to questions and concerns in a clear and understandable manner. The same is also true for his assistant Jennifer!

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November 11, 2023

5.0

Very friendly easy to talk with, listened and answered all questions. Explained in detail and went over things in a matter I had not seen before. I felt I had a better understanding when I left his office.

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November 09, 2023

5.0

He is a truly caring and compassionate Dr. He takes time with you and explains everything so well. Great bedside manner which is important to me.

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November 06, 2023

5.0

Explained everything and all people very professional

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October 31, 2023

5.0

Dr. Wade and his staff are wonderful! Dr. Wade takes his time with you and explains your situation fully. He is very detailed with his explanations, and answered all my questions. I felt very comfortable with him and will come back for my follow up.

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October 31, 2023

5.0

Dr Wade and PA knew all my past history in order to give me a complete observation of any and all medical options available to me

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October 23, 2023

5.0

Dr James Wade is a very caring and intellegent dr whom is easy to relate with in regards to health problems and solutions that need to be taken. Dr. Wade takes the time to communicate with his patients and schedules the procedures to solve a health problem as soon as he can. Dr. Wade is one of the best doctors I have ever had.

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October 19, 2023

5.0

Very knowledgeable and supportive, explain my condition in language I understood and discussed the plan going forward.

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October 19, 2023

5.0

Excellent doctor

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October 12, 2023

5.0

His easy manner and compassion

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October 06, 2023

5.0

Dr. Wade was very personable & friendly. He put me at ease right away. He explained everything in basic language that any lay person could understand. He was very forthright with both the pros & cons of the procedure I need allowing me to make my decision with all the info I needed. I am very confident I am in the best hands.

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October 05, 2023

5.0

He was always on time Very knowledgeable Explained everything in detail Went out of his way to accommodate my situation I felt very comfortable with his decisions

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September 21, 2023

5.0

He was very kind, detailed, and ensured that all my questions and concerns were answered.

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September 18, 2023

5.0

Awesome job for what he had to do on me

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September 14, 2023

5.0

I love him!

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September 14, 2023

5.0

He is a wonderful & pleasant & very knowledgeable to talk to, and he is very throaul about explaining your illness and how he plans to treat it. I would recommend him to anyone I know, because I trust his judgement to the fullest. Thank you

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September 07, 2023

5.0

He is very good doctor who is attention his patient

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September 07, 2023

5.0

He and his staff really care about my health. Very knowledgeable and personable.

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Industry Relationships

Consulting / Related Activities

Faculty member engaged in activities such as speaking, advising, consulting, or providing educational programs for the following companies or other entities

  • Intuitive Surgical, Inc.

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