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Dr. Jim Elam, MD

Dr. Jim Elam, MD

Family Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Jim Elam, MD is a family medicine physician in Springfield, MO and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI / COLUMBIA CAMPUS in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cox Medical Center South and Mercy Hospital Springfield. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

3231 S National Ave Ste 280 Springfield, MO 65807
Telehealth available
(417) 888-6709

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Elam specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Elam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Elam

4.3
14 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
71%
71%
4 star
14%
14%
3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
14%
14%

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He is a caring and compassionate doctor who genuinely cares about his patients. He is thorough in his diagnosis and explains the results of any tests he orders so the patient understands. He reviews the results and tella the patient exactly what that means. He then advises the way(s) the condition can be taken care of. He refers other very respected and well qualified specialists when necessary. If he refers his patient to someone, I know it is someone he respects and my even use himself if necessary.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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NanaLoLo – Nov 22, 2019
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I have seen Dr Elam for years..he is always professional and is a great listener! 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Kathleen Grace in Springfield, MO – Nov 28, 2018
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Been going to Dr. Elam for over a decade. Don't know why. He has continuously misdiagnosed me from one condition to another and has shrugged off my concerns as a natural part of aging. These conditions have gotten substantially worse and I am not that old. Had to self-refer and go out of Springfield to get proper medical care. Had a friend who died under this doctor's care. Misdiagnosed his ALS.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Springfield, MO – Jul 22, 2018
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Dr. Elam takes the time to listen and explains things in easy to understand terms. 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Keri Doolittle in Springfield, MO – Mar 18, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Jim Elam, MD is a family medicine physician in Springfield, MO and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI / COLUMBIA CAMPUS in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cox...read more

  • Family Medicine

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  • University Of Missouri / Columbia Campus

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Family and Internal Medicine3231 S National Ave Ste 280 Springfield, MO 65807
1
Mercy Clinic Radiology-Smith Glynn Callaway3231 S National Ave Springfield, MO 65807
2

Practice

Mercy Children's Hospital Springfield1235 E Cherokee St Springfield, MO 65804
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cox Medical Center South

    3801 S National Ave
    Springfield, MO 65807
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Texas County Memorial Hospital

    1333 S Sam Houston Blvd
    Houston, MO 65483

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mercy Hospital Springfield

    1235 E Cherokee St
    Springfield, MO 65804
    Recipient of 23
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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