James R. Wade, MD

Thoracic Surgery

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5.0 out of 5

312 verified ratings

Patient Reviews

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified patient experiences collected from independently administered surveys. The overall rating is an average of all responses to the survey questions listed below. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions.
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37 Scheduled Comments

Oct 15, 2024
He's very professional and caring. He explains everything, that a person can understand.
Scheduled for Aug 11, 2025
Oct 15, 2024
Very efficient. He had already looked my situation over before my appointment. I love that.
Scheduled for Aug 11, 2025
Oct 12, 2024
He spent so much time answering ALL of my questions. Always sympathetic, and extremely knowledgeable and accommodating. l had my lung surgery on Dec 26, very soon after my diagnosis, so I had very little to to become stressed.
Scheduled for Aug 11, 2025
Oct 9, 2024
In the appointment before surgery Dr. Wade took the time to thoroughly explain the procedure and what to expect after surgery. This was very reassuring and put me at ease. Both surgeries went as well as I could have hoped - no complications and a quick recovery.
Scheduled for Aug 11, 2025
Oct 3, 2024
Dr. Wade is always easy to talk to and explains how the medical decisions are being made. I feel fully informed as a patient.
Scheduled for Jul 11, 2025
Sep 26, 2024
Great dr, knowledgeable and very kind.
Scheduled for Jul 11, 2025
Sep 19, 2024
A surgeon who cares for his patients and wants the best outcome for them, that he can provide.
Scheduled for Jul 11, 2025
Sep 19, 2024
Dr. James Wade is the best doctor I have ever had. He is very knowledgeable and has a deep understanding of the patients' condition and always take time to answer my questions about my lung cancer
Scheduled for Jul 11, 2025
Sep 17, 2024
He took the greatest of care to explain everything about my condition and how he would proceed with my surgery.
Scheduled for Jul 11, 2025
Sep 12, 2024
He was thorough with explaining the procedure to me and was very positive about the outcome. I enjoyed meeting with him and his staff. I felt like I made new friends.
Scheduled for Jul 11, 2025
Sep 5, 2024
He was patient and listened well to my preferences
Scheduled for Jul 11, 2025
Aug 29, 2024
For reasons above. He is methodical and brilliant. I am so blessed to have been given this team.
Scheduled for Jul 11, 2025
Aug 26, 2024
A very caring and down to earth Doctor.
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 8, 2024
He listen to patient and taken good care
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 7, 2024
very friendly, intelligent and thorough. see above notes
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 2, 2024
Very kind, knowledgeable and listens to your questions and concerns
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Jul 31, 2024
Dr. Wade took the time to explain my health problem / concerns / solutions in great lengths. I walked in with lots of worries and left with peace in my heart.
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Jul 24, 2024
Dr. Wade is an excellent Thoracic surgeon. He explains everything well and answers all the questions that my wife and I have. I feel very confident that I am getting the best treatment with Dr. Wade.
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Jul 9, 2024
he is a very caring doctor
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Jul 4, 2024
easy to talk to and explains everything
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Jun 24, 2024
He is courteous, knowledgeable and very professional. He tells it, do you can understand everything.
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Jun 14, 2024
Dr. Wade is the best. He gives his heart and soul in his job. He cares about his patients and listens and just makes you feel good. Northwestern is lucky to have him. Keep up the good work.
Scheduled for Apr 11, 2025
Jun 7, 2024
He is very thorough, very detailed for us to understand well on what we will be going through. He was able to remove my nervous feeling. I feel very safe with him And even the follow up he was able to explain well the next step . He is an amazing Dr.
Scheduled for Apr 11, 2025
Jun 2, 2024
Excellent guidance, communications and transparency throughout my [diagnosis] journey.
Scheduled for Apr 11, 2025
May 30, 2024
He listens. Seems very honest and confident. I appreciated that Dr Wade didn’t sugar coat anything. Gave me a plan start and will be more detail in my next visit. My first impression is I have the right Doctor and team.
Scheduled for Apr 11, 2025
May 21, 2024
Great bedside manner and very professional
Scheduled for Apr 11, 2025
May 20, 2024
Dr. Wade is extremely knowledgeable. He has a compassionate nature, and is willing to spend time with you to answer any and all questions that you may have. Dr. Wade, also has the ability to make his patients feel comfortable and relaxed. I really enjoyed my visits with him.
Scheduled for Apr 11, 2025
May 17, 2024
Clear concise information and also a genuinely nice human being !!
Scheduled for Apr 11, 2025
May 14, 2024
Kind and explains thoroughly
Scheduled for Apr 11, 2025
May 11, 2024
Very thorough explanations. Personable
Scheduled for Apr 11, 2025