James Joseph Sanders, MD

James Joseph Sanders, MD

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Education

Medical Education:
MD, University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine - 2002
Residency:
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics - 2005

Board Certifications

  • American Board of Family Medicine - Family Medicine (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medicine Regional Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:
Delnor Hospital

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5.0
5.0 

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August 30, 2023

5.0

He listened and clearly explained the next strps to follow regarding my condition

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August 29, 2023

5.0

Very professional and takes time to explain everything you need to know. Thank you

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August 29, 2023

5.0

Dr. Sanders is a wonderful doctor, very intelligent, caring and kind.

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August 26, 2023

5.0

He listens to you and is compassionate

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August 24, 2023

5.0

See above comment. I only regret that his practice has such a lrg. patient load that the wait time to see him can be long.

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August 23, 2023

5.0

He’s kind, intelligent, thorough and personable. Super smart.

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August 23, 2023

5.0

Great doctor

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August 23, 2023

5.0

He is the best, thorough and very caring and compassionate.

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August 20, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable and listens to what I have to say.

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August 19, 2023

5.0

The very best

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August 18, 2023

5.0

Great bedside manner

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August 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Sanders is everything I would want in a doctor. He listens attentively and never dismisses my concerns. He is very knowledgeable in treatments and stays on top of my healthcare needs. He explains things clearly making it easy to comprehend. He takes the time to review my history and keeps me up to date on on things that can be beneficial to my health. He is very thorough and I feel very comfortable with him during appts and feel fortunate to have him managing my care.

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August 17, 2023

5.0

Because he actually listens to his patients and you are never hurried

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August 16, 2023

5.0

Akins and thoughtful doctot

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August 15, 2023

5.0

Great physician with broad knowledge and understanding of general healthcare along with special understanding of specific conditions. He's very friendly and approachable. Without hesitation I would recommend him for anyone looking for a new physician.

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August 14, 2023

5.0

He is the best! So knowledgeable and caring. I feel so lucky to be a patient and he cares for the whole family.

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August 08, 2023

5.0

I don’t want to recommend him because he’ll get so busy I’ll never get in. Lol. But like I said above, he’s outstanding and for a lot of years, my wife and I have been seeing him.

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August 08, 2023

5.0

Same as above. It’s obvious that Dr. Sanders cares about the well-being of his patients and he is very thorough in discussing your health care. He allows you the time and does not make you feel rushed. He has all of the qualities a good family physician should have. I would recommend him in a heartbeat!

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August 04, 2023

5.0

I completely trust him and his advice is kind but firm, with clarity.

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August 03, 2023

5.0

Dr. Sanders is a wonderful physician!!! He is knowledgeable, caring and thorough, and so much more.

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August 03, 2023

5.0

He takes his time and listens carefully to everything that is going on with you. He is very thorough with his patients.

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August 01, 2023

5.0

Not a 10, only because I don’t want to compete with so many others to see him.

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July 31, 2023

5.0

Very thorough in his explanations of tests that you've had takes time to explain everything so you understand

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July 26, 2023

5.0

He is the BEST Dr. On the planet! I come from living in [state] to see him at least once a year. He spends time with me to go over every concern in detail. I lived in [city] for 20 years and I will never give him up!!

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July 25, 2023

5.0

very good doctor

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July 24, 2023

5.0

He's a great Dr.. He really listens to your concerns and I feel very confident with what he says.

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July 24, 2023

5.0

Very nice Dr. That really cares about his patients and tries his best to help them.

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July 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Sanders is a great listener!

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July 17, 2023

5.0

Great physician - listens and works with me on my health.

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July 13, 2023

5.0

Dr. Sanders is thorough, knowledgeable, and friendly. He has an engaging personality that allows for open and honest dialogue.

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July 12, 2023

5.0

He is so kind focus is on his patients. Great listener takes his time . Just a great Doctor.

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July 12, 2023

5.0

Great care.

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July 10, 2023

5.0

My health is very good since seeing Dr Sanders

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July 10, 2023

5.0

Very professional and good listener and shows he cares about his patients.

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July 08, 2023

5.0

Dr. Sanders is a concerned and knowledgeable physician. He takes time to listen and answer all my questions

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July 08, 2023

5.0

He was very professional, friendly, and knowledgeable.

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July 07, 2023

5.0

Dr. Sanders, is a caring empathic supportive doctor. He’s the best family physician I’ve had in my whole life.

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July 07, 2023

5.0

He's caring and knows his field very well

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July 06, 2023

5.0

He seems to listen and care about my opinion. He doesn’t rush through the appointment like so many Doctors do these days.

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July 06, 2023

5.0

Personal, caring, and understanding

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July 05, 2023

5.0

Friendly and really listens.

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July 03, 2023

5.0

Prompt yet not rushed. Spends very efficient time with patient.

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June 30, 2023

5.0

Doctor Sanders and staff listen, and preform.

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June 27, 2023

5.0

He really focused and took time. He took my concerns seriously. I was happy with the plan we made for future treatment.

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June 26, 2023

5.0

Dr. Sanders listens carefully to my concerns and issues and addresses all before I leave from the appointment.

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June 23, 2023

5.0

Listens. Not rushed.

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June 23, 2023

5.0

This doctor gives you all the time you need. He is very compassionate and truly cares about his patients.

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June 22, 2023

5.0

Great example of what a caring doctor is!! Great Experience!!!

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June 21, 2023

5.0

Best GP we have had

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June 20, 2023

5.0

Dr. Sanders is the BEST doctor I’ve ever had! He listens and figures out the best treatment possible! He is truly one of a kind!

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June 14, 2023

5.0

Dr. Sanders is one of the best doctors that I have ever had. He listens to my problems & has a wonderful doctor/patient caring relationship. He always helps find a good solution if I have any problems.

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June 14, 2023

5.0

Dr Sanders was patient, listened to my concerns, answered my questions, was engaging and professional...I feel safe under his care...Nurse Ally was friendly & professional.

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June 13, 2023

5.0

Same as above. Great Dr. And great pediatrician.

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June 13, 2023

5.0

Dr Sanders is kind and caring. He is brilliant, he treats the whole person, not just a symptom.

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June 12, 2023

5.0

My doctor is always helpful and takes his time to be thorough and explains everything. Truly appreciate him and his knowledge.

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June 11, 2023

5.0

Dr. Sanders is just excellent very caring knowledgeable and attentive. He is the best GP Doctor I have ever had.

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June 09, 2023

5.0

Great

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June 06, 2023

5.0

Takes the time to explain everything. Very kind and friendly.

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June 04, 2023

5.0

Been w/ Dr Sanders for years and I feel he cares deeply about his patients

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May 27, 2023

5.0

All around great Doctor talks to me in terms I get, never rushes me always shows he cares about my health.

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May 26, 2023

5.0

He is amazing doctor, person and trust him with.my life he wants whats best for his patients and truly cares

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May 24, 2023

5.0

I’ve been seeing Dr. Sanders for years. He knows my past and always takes enough time to talk about all my concerns.

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May 23, 2023

5.0

Very caring and explains everything so well.

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May 22, 2023

5.0

Great dr

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May 17, 2023

5.0

He's a wonderful Dr. Shows concern and takes time to listen

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May 17, 2023

5.0

He is easy to relate to.

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May 16, 2023

5.0

Great table side manor.

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May 15, 2023

5.0

Dr Sanders always takes time to listen and is highly compassionate for concerns regarding my plan of care

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May 12, 2023

5.0

He completely the best.

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May 11, 2023

5.0

I know that Dr Sanders has my best interests at heart. I can discuss my health and medical issues, with him, until I am satisfied.

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May 11, 2023

5.0

Caring and easy to talk to.

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May 09, 2023

5.0

Dr. Sanders, and his team do a spectacular job of my annual physical and answering all of my many questions and providing suggestions for the future. Awesome job!

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May 08, 2023

5.0

He's the best Dr we've ever gone to. I recommend him to everyone.

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May 08, 2023

5.0

knowledge, empathy, interest and encouragement. makes me feel like I have been heard and a well cared for

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May 08, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, awesome listener, great concern for patients, intelligent, follows through.

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May 03, 2023

5.0

Dr. James Sanders is an excellent doctor hes very professional concerning and caring he goes above and beyond for me and I know he does it for all his patients. very easy to talk to and very through as his staff is as well we need more doctors like Dr. James Sanders but they can't have my Doctor. he always makes extra time for me in office or he will call me Dr. Sanders is a attribute to Northwestern he 's an excellent doctor and will do his own research and be prepared when he sees me . His staff always likes to see me even if im having a horrible day i leave laughing and less stressed because of them and thats saying a lot when I've been to many hospitals and I leave more stressed than I came in with

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May 03, 2023

5.0

Passionate, caring Dr.

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May 03, 2023

5.0

Dr. Sanders is special: very knowledgeable, patient, thorough and kind. We're lucky he's our doctor.

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May 02, 2023

5.0

Dr. Sanders is a WONDERFUL physician and provides excellent care. Do not feel the same about his staff.

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May 01, 2023

5.0

Very caring and helpful

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May 01, 2023

5.0

Dr. Sanders is very knowledgeable in numerous areas. He's compassionate, totally focused on the patient's issues, very good at problem solving, and great at coordinating care between different specialties. Dr. Sanders, acts like he has all the time in the world for you even though he may not. I like, respect, and highly recommend him as a primary care provider.

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May 01, 2023

5.0

Dr Sanders takes the time to get to know his patients, listens, then determines proper care.

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April 28, 2023

5.0

Dr Sanders really cares about his patients.

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April 26, 2023

5.0

Definitely one of the best doctors around. He is thorough and takes time out to answer any questions you may have.

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April 26, 2023

5.0

He is the best. Takes time to answer my questions and very compassionate .

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April 25, 2023

5.0

Dr Sanders always gives me the time that is required to explain and answer all my questions. He is a very caring’s Dr .

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April 25, 2023

5.0

He takes time to listen to your concerns. You never feel rushed. He truly cares about his patients.

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April 21, 2023

5.0

I feel like he listens, and finds that hard balance of explaining things simply without me feeling inept.

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April 21, 2023

5.0

Dr. Sanders speaks to me with respect, one intelligent person to another. I very much appreciate it.

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April 19, 2023

5.0

Dr Sanders takes a very thoughtful and practical approach to managing my health care.

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James Joseph Sanders, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2021.

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