James Williams, M.D.
| Appointed: |
1995 |
| Gender: |
Male |
| Languages: |
English |
Orthopaedic Surgery
Biographical Sketch
James Williams, MD, joined Cleveland Clinic in 1995. He is a member of the Section of Sports Medicine. Dr. Williams is the Director of Cleveland Clinic Orthopaedic Surgery at Euclid Hospital. He is also Chief of Surgery and Director of the Cartilage Restoration Center at Euclid Hospital.
Dr. Williams has specialized expertise in the diagnosis and management of sports injuries, arthroscopic shoulder / elbow and knee surgery, cartilage restoration, and patello-femoral surgery.
Dr. Williams’ research focus has been on shoulder instability, the development of new techniques for the treatment of knee injuries and the prevention of sports injuries.
Professional Highlights
- Assistant Team Physician, Cleveland Indians
- Consultant, Cleveland Cavaliers
- Team Physician, John Carroll University
Education & Fellowships
| Medical School: | University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Rochester, NY |
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| Internship: | Rhode Island Hospital, Surgery, Providence, RI |
| Residency: | Rhode Island Hospital, Orthopaedic Surgery, Providence, RI |
| Fellowship: | Rush Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Chicago, IL |
| Other Education: | (Graduate) University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA |
| Other Education: | (Undergraduate) Middlebury College, Middlebury, VT |
Certifications
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialty Interests
Arthroscopy, athletic knee injury, care of the young athlete, cartilage repair/transplantation, knee and shoulder surgery arthroscopy, knee arthroscopic surgery, Knee Arthroscopy, knee cartilage injuries, knee cartilage injury, knee joint disorders, knee ligament injuries, knee ligament injury, knee surgery, rotator cuff pathology, rotator cuff surgery, rotator cuff tears, shoulder dislocations, Shoulder Injuries, sports, Sports Injuries, sports injuries and arthroscopy of the shoulder, Sports Medicine, sports medicine; upper extremity, Surgery.
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
- American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
Specializes in Diseases and Conditions
Specializes in Services
Industry Relationships
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