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Dr. James Maxwell, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 75
Dr. James Maxwell, MD
4.5 (55 Ratings)
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Dr. James Maxwell, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Rochester, NY.
Dr. James Maxwell, MD
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Dr. James Maxwell, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 75
Rochester, NY
Accepting new patients
49 years of experience
Dr. James Maxwell, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Rochester, NY.

About

Dr. Maxwell graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1975 and completed a residency at Ny and Presby Hp Columbia Campus.Dr. James Maxwell, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Rochester, NY and has 49 years experience. Dr. Maxwell currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Rochester General Hospital, FF Thompson Hospital, Clifton Springs Hospital and Clinic, St James Hospital and Strong Memorial Hospital. At present, Dr. Maxwell received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 55 times. Dr. Maxwell's office accepts new patients. Dr. Maxwell also speaks Spanish. Dr. Maxwell is board certified in Neurosurgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Radiculopathy
Spinal Stenosis
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Radiculopathy
Spinal Stenosis
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Radiculopathy
Spinal Stenosis
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Cerebrovascular Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Low Back Pain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spondylolisthesis
Traumatic Brain Injury
Acoustic Neuroma
Back Pain
Brain and Nervous System Cancer (incl. Gliomas, Astrocytoma, Schwannoma, Medulloblastoma, Chordoma)
Brain Cancer
Brain Disorders
Broken Neck
Cancer of Cerebral Meninges
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cerebral Edema
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Cervical Stenosis
Chiari Malformation Type 1
Chiari Malformation Type 2
Chiari's Deformity
Compressed Spinal Cord
Cranial Trauma
Craniopharyngioma
Dural Tear
Fracture
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Hydrocephalus
Intracerebral Hemorrhage
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Meningiomas
Myelopathy
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
Osteosarcoma
Pathological Spine Fracture
Polyneuropathy
Secondary Malignancies
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Cord Tumor
Spine Deformities
Spine Disorders
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylosis
Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Subdural Hemorrhage
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Thoracic Stenosis
Traumatic Hydrocephalus
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Upper Back Pain
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Brain Surgery
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Shunt - Insertion, Repair or Removal
Craniectomy, Craniotomy, Surgery of Skull Base, Neuroendoscopy
Destruction of Brain Tumor
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
Herniated Disc Surgery
Nerve Ablation
Nerve Destruction by Neurolytic Agent
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulation
Neurostimulator Implantation
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Fusion
Stereotactic Radiosurgery
Stereotaxis

Insurance Accepted

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  • United Healthcare
  • Independent Health
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
  • Tricare
  • POMCO Group
  • Humana
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Aetna
  • Medicaid
  • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
  • Medicare
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • MVP Health Care
  • Universal American
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • WellCare

Locations

  1. 1 WNY Neurosurgery
    1445 Portland Ave Ste 304, Rochester, NY 14621
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (585) 342-7170

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Maxwell
4.5
Based on 55 Reviews
5 Stars (48)
4 Stars (0)
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2 Stars (0)
1 Star (7)

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Patient Reviews
Nov 23, 2021
Had severe back pain for a while and Dr Maxwell took great care of me. Spent time with me and genuinely cared about my issue/pain. Was up and walking right after surgery. I know he's retiring and he will be missed by a lot of people. I am pain free and I love it !!
John C. — Nov 23, 2021
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Neurosurgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
    1975
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Neurosurgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Ny and Presby Hp Columbia Campus
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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Maxwell, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Maxwell's profile.

Dr. James Maxwell, MD is affiliated with Rochester General Hospital, FF Thompson Hospital, Clifton Springs Hospital and Clinic, St James Hospital and Strong Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. James Maxwell, MD holds board certification in Neurosurgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Rochester General Hospital

    1425 Portland Ave, Rochester, NY

  • FF Thompson Hospital

    350 Parrish St, Canandaigua, NY

  • Clifton Springs Hospital and Clinic

    2 Coulter Rd, Clifton Springs, NY

  • St James Hospital

    7329 Seneca Rd N, Hornell, NY

  • Strong Memorial Hospital

    601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY