kelly james

DR. KELLY JAMES

GENERAL SURGEON & WOUND CARE

– Independence

Education:

  • Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY
  • Residency: General Surgery, University Hospital at Stony Brooke, Long Island, NY


Board Certifications:

  • American Board of Surgery
  • Fellow of American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • Certification of Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
  • Director of Trauma, Centerpoint Medical Center, 2007-2012
  • Director of Trauma, Saint Luke’s East Hospital
  • Director of Wound Care, St. Mary’s Hospital, 2018-2021
  • Director of Wound Care, Ignite Medical Resorts, 2021 – Present

Dr. James is married with 4 kids.

Dr. James sees patients at our Independence, MO, office.

Surgical Facility Partners:

Lee’s Summit Medical Center
Centerpoint Medical Center
Centerpoint Surgery Center
Lee’s Summit Medical Center
Saint Luke’s East Hospital
Saint Luke’s East Surgery Center

Dr. Kelly James is a dedicated and experienced general surgeon who has been serving the Missouri community since 1993. A proud native of New York, Dr. James pursued his undergraduate studies at New York University before attending medical school at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He completed his general surgery residency at Stony Brook University in Long Island, NY. Dr. James is board-certified in general surgery by the American Board of Surgery and is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. His commitment to patient-centered care and surgical excellence has been a cornerstone of his practice.

Dr. James focuses on wound care, leveraging his extensive surgical expertise to provide comprehensive treatment and management of complex wounds. His approach combines the latest advancements in wound healing with personalized care to improve patient outcomes and quality of life. Dr. James is dedicated to advancing wound care practices within the community and works closely with patients to ensure they receive the highest standard of care tailored to their unique needs.

Education:

  • Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY
  • Residency: General Surgery, University Hospital at Stony Brooke, Long Island, NY


Board Certifications:

  • American Board of Surgery
  • Fellow of American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • Certification of Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
  • Director of Trauma, Centerpoint Medical Center, 2007-2012
  • Director of Trauma, Saint Luke’s East Hospital
  • Director of Wound Care, St. Mary’s Hospital, 2018-2021
  • Director of Wound Care, Ignite Medical Resorts, 2021 – Present

Dr. James is married with 4 kids.

Dr. James sees patients at our Independence, MO, office.

Surgical Facility Partners:

Lee’s Summit Medical Center
Centerpoint Medical Center
Centerpoint Surgery Center
Lee’s Summit Medical Center
Saint Luke’s East Hospital
Saint Luke’s East Surgery Center

DR. JAMES’ SPECIALTIES​
  • Wound Care
  • Acute Care Surgery
  • Glucose Monitoring Insertions
  • Laparoscopic Surgery
  • Anorectal Surgery
  • Gastrointestinal Surgery