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Dr. James Alexander, MD

Dr. James Alexander, MD

Family Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. James Alexander, MD is a family medicine physician in Marion, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Crossroads Community Hospital and Heartland Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 4 Star Rating (24 reviews)

HMC Clinic

1009 W Main St Marion, IL 62959
(618) 992-3272

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Alexander specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Alexander's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Alexander

4.0

24 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
71%
71%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
8%
8%
1 Star
17%
17%

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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
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Oct 21, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Nov 24, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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May 24, 2019
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 people found this helpful
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Fenton, MO – May 10, 2017
Dr. Alexander's Reply –
I have NEVER treated anyone from Fenton Missouri
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About Me

care philosophy

I listen to the patient as long as possible.

I explain the problem and next steps to reach a mutually acceptable workup and treatment plan.

I try to make sure the patient receives the best care possible. This may not...read more

biography

I'm a late career family physician and still in practice after 36 year.  I finished my Bachelor's degree in Physiology at Southern Illinois University and my MD from SIU School of Medicin.  Residency was at Memorial Hospital in South...read more

  • Family Medicine

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

  • Memorial Hospital Of S Bend

    Residency Hospital

  • Certified Physician Executive, Cpe

    2022

  • American College Of Healthcare Executives, Fache

    Fellowship Hospital, 2022

  • Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988

  • Southern Illinois University

    Undergraduate School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

HMC Clinic

HMC Clinic1009 W Main St Marion, IL 62959
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Marshall Browning Hospital

    900 N Washington St
    Du Quoin, IL 62832

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

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

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Crossroads Community Hospital

    8 Doctors Park Rd
    Mount Vernon, IL 62864
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    8% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Union County Hospital

    517 N Main St
    Anna, IL 62906

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

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

    5% lower than the national average

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

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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