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Dr. Clifford James III, MD

Dr. Clifford James III, MD

Pediatrics*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Clifford James III, MD is a pediatrician in Oak Ridge, TN and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from TEXAS TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as East Tennessee Children's Hospital and Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 65 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (65 reviews)

Kids Central Pediatrics, Oak Ridge TN

575 Oak Ridge Tpke Ste 120 Oak Ridge, TN 37830
Telehealth available

Care Philosophy

"Children rarely enjoy a visit to the doctor, but that is not the case at Kids Central Pediatrics, where they provide pediatric services with a different approach. Kids Central Pediatrics is the brainchild of Clifford..."

- Dr. Clifford James III, MD

Patient Favorite Award

Dr. James III is a patient favorite Pediatrician

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  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. James III specializes in the area of Pediatrics. 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. James III' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. James III

4.5

65 ratings, 36 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
11%
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Feb 14, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Apr 26, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Apr 24, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Apr 24, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Apr 23, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Apr 23, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Apr 23, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Apr 22, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nikki Adkisson – Sep 03, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Lindsay Armes – Sep 02, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
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Cristy – Aug 30, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
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OakRidgeMomma – Aug 30, 2021
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What could be improved
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Megan Amos – Aug 30, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
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Misti – Aug 30, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
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Aug 29, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
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Ashley – Aug 29, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Tracy Phelps – Aug 29, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
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Sarah – Aug 29, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
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Mar 01, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
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Michelle T – Feb 23, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

Children rarely enjoy a visit to the doctor, but that is not the case at Kids Central Pediatrics, where they provide pediatric services with a different approach. Kids Central Pediatrics is the brainchild of Clifford James III, MD. Dr James grew...read more

biography

Children rarely enjoy a visit to the doctor, but that is not the case at Kids Central Pediatrics, where they provide pediatric services with a different approach. Kids Central Pediatrics is the brainchild of Clifford James III, MD. Dr. James grew...read more
  • Pediatrics

  • Neonatal Medicine

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  • Texas Technical University

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatrics
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Patient Favorite Award

Dr. James III is a patient favorite Pediatrician

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    Locations

    Kids Central Pediatrics, Oak Ridge TN

    Kids Central Pediatrics, Oak Ridge TN575 Oak Ridge Tpke Ste 120 Oak Ridge, TN 37830
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • East Tennessee Children's Hospital

      2018 Clinch Ave
      Knoxville, TN 37916
    • University of Tennessee Medical Center

      1924 Alcoa Hwy
      Knoxville, TN 37920
      Recipient of 4
      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

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge

      990 Oak Ridge Tpke
      Oak Ridge, TN 37830
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality