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Dr. James Schumacher, MD
Neurosurgery*
35+ years of experience
Dr. James Schumacher, MD is a neurosurgeon in Sarasota, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
5 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 5 Star Rating (18 reviews)
Practice
1921 Waldemere St Ste 809 Sarasota, FL 34239Make an Appointment
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Dr. Schumacher is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital Sarasota, a highly rated hospital.
Dr. Schumacher is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery
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- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
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- Explains Conditions Well
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Dr. Schumacher's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schumacher
5.0
18 ratings, 12 with a written review
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Wonderful Dr. explains everything in great detail. Shows you your X-rays and points out everything on it. He teaches you about your body. Incredibly knowledgeable in his field. His staff is amazing and quick on the ball at getting things done and calling you back. April is very polite and courteous. I recommend this Dr to everyone.
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
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Flanagan – Mar 14, 2025
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Gave me my life back
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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Katie Colby – Sep 22, 2024
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He examined me from head to toe. My appt with him was 1 hour and 15 min. He is amazing! I am an R.N. and have never had a physician spend that much time with me. He is such a compassionate man and he listens to everything you need or want to discuss. I would highly recommend Dr. Schumacher!!!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Feb 09, 2022
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Well just meeting him in the halllway was amazing, I really liked him .... a real gentleman. He was he
Paul as I was a bit lost .
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Christine Baker – Feb 05, 2021
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There is no comparison. He is the best. I worked in the Operating room with him years ago. He is truly gifted and I feel honored to have worked with him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
14 others found this helpful
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Aug 30, 2019
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Two months ago, Dr. Schumacher operated on my neck to release a pinched nerve at C5-C6. It was a success! He is a very conservative surgeon, who prior to even talking about surgery, had me try PT and other things.
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
11 others found this helpful
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Judy Franz in Englewood, FL – Jul 26, 2018
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Dr. Schumacher is an excellent doctor who takes the time to explain the procedures and get to know his patients. He is highly regarded by the staff at Sarasota Memorial Hospital as several of the staff stopped by to check on me and expressed his abilities as well as stating his 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
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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Beth Wallace in Venice, Florida – Mar 13, 2018
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Dr. Schumacher personally welcomed me into his office. His happy greeting and smile set a positive tone for the time with him. He was totally prepared to discuss my case. When I arrived I had set my mind that a difficult surgery and worse recovery lie ahead. A detailed explanation and visual demonstration showed me options that are non surgical!! His brilliance is laced with humor and I spent a visit to remember. THANK YOU Dr. Schumacher. I learned so much. Brilliance & humor!! Barbara S
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
10 others found this helpful
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Barbara in Arcadia – Dec 16, 2017
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Dr Schumacher performed surgery on me in 1994 I recovered full functionality. He was informative and professional and I highly recommend 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
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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Hollywood, FL – Jan 04, 2017
Dr. Schumacher's Reply –
Thank you for the wonderful recommendation!
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I first discovered Dr Schumacher through a recommendation from a Board member of the Sarasota Memorial Hospital. I have been very pleased and satisfied with my doctor/patient experience with Dr Schumacher as well as enjoying his interpersonal relationship skills. He is by far a terrific doctor and person.
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
9 others found this helpful
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John A in Parrish, FL – Oct 29, 2016
Dr. Schumacher's Reply –
Thank you John for such a nice recommendation...
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This Man is not just the brightest person I have ever met !! He feels for the patient ,
He takes the time to explain all the details of your situation and is just such a caring,
Kind Man.
I am pretty screwed up with just more than what Dr. Schumacher was seeing me for,
He took his time to go so far and above what any Doctor would have to lead me in the direction
I should have been shown YEARS ago.
God Bless You Sir!
BTW, I never give anyone, business , 5 stars.
This is my 1st and last
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
12 others found this helpful
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Rick J in Sarasota, FL – Oct 02, 2016
Dr. Schumacher's Reply –
Thank you Rick for such wonderful review....
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Great doctor, easy to talk to. Dr. Shumacher operated on my back for sciatica and relieve the horrible pain. The time it took for recovery was just as the doctor said it would be. I am able to do what I want pain free. It has been two years since the surgery.
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
15 others found this helpful
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Alfred J in Venice, FL – Mar 20, 2016
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Thanks Alfred, so glad you are doing well!
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Schumacher to family and friends is 5 out of 5
About Me
care philosophy
The patient comes first, we are not an assembly line medical practice. Patient's are treated like we would want our own families treated.biography
Dr. Schumacher is a fellow-ship trained neurosurgeon and diplomate of the American Board of Neurological Surgery. He completed his medical degree from the University of Washington, Seattle. Dr. Schumacher completed the Halstead Internship...read moreNeurosurgery
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Yale School Med Yale New Haven Hospital
Fellowship Hospital, 1993Mass Gen Hospital Harvard Med School
Residency Hospital, 1992Johns Hopkins Hospital|the Johns Hopkins Hospital
Internship Hospital, 1987University Of Washington School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
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Neurosurgery
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- Recipient of 40
hospital awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all awardsSurgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
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85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
76%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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