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Dr. James Connors, MD

Dr. James Connors, MD

Dermatology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. James Connors, MD is a dermatologist in Saint Petersburg, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Connors has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1996. He is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 41 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (41 reviews)

Practice

620 10th St N Saint Petersburg, FL 33705

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Connors specializes in the areas of Dermatology & Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Connors' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Connors

3.3
41 ratings, 20 with a written review
5 star
49%
49%
4 star
7%
7%
3 star
2%
2%
2 star
5%
5%
1 star
37%
37%

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Basal cell carcinoma removal procedure was scheduled for 7:30 and I waited almost an hour to be seen by Dr. Connors. He was efficient with the procedure.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 20, 2022
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It’s been a couple years since my last appointment which was for a cancer screening. As he had recommended I have one at a previous appointment. He took all of 30 seconds then said he saw nothing suspicious. And that was it. No discussion of any sort. Felt as if he was just wanted my copay. I’ve heard you can get better screenings for free.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Luann – May 28, 2020
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Very out of the ordinary experience. I made an appointment for a cancer checkup which I do every year. I have had three melanomas since 2000. Had a wonderfulDermatologist for many years before moving to this area. The first visit was strange. He hardly checked me over then zeroed in on two tiny white dots on my left upper arm and asked me what they were? Lack of melanin in the skin I answered? He found a brown spot which I did not see and ask me if I wanted just a shave or try and get it all? I said do it once. In a few days the nurse called and said he had to go back in my arm again. Made another appointment and he did a large half moon on both sides and removed the area which was about 3 inches. In a few days the nurse called again and said he had to go in again, he did not get clean edges? What? He never called and explained what was going on and I cancelled a third appointment because I was sick. The nurse made another appointment and then called and cancelled. I never went back.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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August 2019; July 2019 – May 12, 2020
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Very much so.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Robert Kauffman in St, FL – Feb 18, 2020
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I had Basal cell carcinoma removal procedure today. Dr Connors and his assistant explained everything that was to take place and wanted to know if I had any questions. I am very pleased with the procedure and the results. What I am most shocked by is this evening at 8:26 pm Dr Connors called me at home to ask me how I was doing and if I had any questions. Dr Connors is the true meaning of a doctor following his calling.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Donald – Jan 30, 2020
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Perfect!
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Cherie – Dec 11, 2019
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I was referred to Dr. Conner by my primary and am very pleased with both him and his staff. I would recommend him to anyone needing his practice.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Paul C. Schulz – Jul 23, 2019
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Short visit, little discussion, big hurry to get out of there for a holiday. I will not return to him or recommend him to anyone.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Jul 05, 2019
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Saw Dr. Connors for the first time this week after a very unpleasant experience with a dermatology center, I have gone for 3 Years I was extremely pleased with the promptness To get an appointment for Mow Surgery . The staff and Dr. Connors are very friendly and informative and professional. I had the surgery done on Monday, got a call the same evening from Dr. Connor, the next day from his staff, asking about my well being . I can highly recommend Dr Connors
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Ute – Jun 22, 2018
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You wait months to get an appointment at this office and they frequently cancel with less than an hours notice. Then when you call to get a new appointment you have to wait months again.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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KM in St Pete, FL – Jun 01, 2018
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Dr. Connors is a good doctor, however his receptionist and appointment staff are rude and incompetent.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 others found this helpful
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David Quillen in St. Petersburg, Florida – May 19, 2018
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I have a history of melanoma and see a dermatologist on a regular basis. I have visited Dr. Connors around five times in the past 18 months. I chose him when I moved into the area based partly on his credentials and partly on reviews. Unfortunately, I found him to be extremely unpleasant in demeanor. An example is his giving a snide comment in response to my question (this happened more than once). In short, I do not trust him to have my medical best interests at heart and now go elsewhere.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 others found this helpful
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Don Ray in St. Petersburg, FL – Mar 16, 2018
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Rudest doctor I've encountered in my life!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 others found this helpful
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Mar 06, 2018
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I couldn't make an appointment for a Mohs procedure. They have an inconvenient system where the receptionist transfers you to a surgery scheduling voicemail and they don't call you back! I tried for a week and they called me back once but I missed that call.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Jan 21, 2018
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In 2009 I had a full body screening. He was not impressed with my suntan and explained the dangers of sun exposure. Since then I've had 2 skin cancers and several pre-cancers removed. Because of his warnings,I no longer sunbathe and wear sunscreen and protective clothing even on cloudy days, He doesn't sugar coat his words; he sees the consequences every day. I've followed his advice and am grateful that he was so frank with me in 2009. I owe all the compliments on my skin to him!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Jan K.okernot in St Petersburg, FL – Oct 14, 2017
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I definitely would recommend Dr Connors. I have been a patient for over two years with several procedures under my belt. He is caring gentle and cares. Everytime I have had a procedure he personally calls to check on you. My scars have healed and you can barely notice.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Joni Miller in St Petersburg, FL – Aug 17, 2016
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So you carefully select a DR in this case Dr Connor. You make an appointment and to meet it you arrange your summer vacation so that you are home on the appointed date. This arrogant office decides for me that I will not see the Dr I selected and without advising me, (why bother) they switch me to a female non Physician who immediately cancels my appointment. I really don't want a woman other than my wife holding my penis wrapped in paper. Thats what I selected Dr Connor instead of Nichol.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
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Herb Haigh in St Petersburg, FL – Jun 24, 2016
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Maybe this is not a consideration of some of you, but I feel my time has value as well. This doctor (as is the case with many specialists) make you schedule WEEKS in advance. Many of us need to take time off from work at OUR expense. Once that time is scheduled it is a loss to us. He cancelled the appointment a week ahead and then asked me to use a nurse for the checkup. I would NEVER recommend this Doctor. Horrible service.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • 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
10 others found this helpful
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Earl Faneuf in Pinellas Park, FL – Feb 20, 2016
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Just ok, fair at best. If you're not interested in understanding what's going on and just looking for a positive outcome leaving everything in his hands , he might work for you. I requested an appointment to discuss options after a biopsy and his staff told me he said the only option was his option and wanted to schedule a surgery appointment. I declined and chose a different doctor which turned out to be a good decision
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
9 others found this helpful
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Keb in St Petersburg , Florida – Feb 06, 2016
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I called this office to make an appointment, with dr connors, I have a lump on my back, I am also a survivor of merkel cell carcinoma. I am scared this might be a recurrence of cancer, which if it is, time is of the essence. I was told my appointment will be in March, this is Jan. My primary dr recommended him to me. Two months wait?? How compasssionate this dr must be.SHAME ON HIM AND THE OTHERS LIKE HIM. I will most certainly, find another dr who hopefully, cares about his patients.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
10 others found this helpful
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Hilda Berk in St Petersburg, FL – Jan 05, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Connors, MD is a dermatologist in Saint Petersburg, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Connors has extensive experience in Skin Cancer & Excision. He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 1996. He is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Dermatology

  • Mohs Micrographic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Mayo Grad School Med/mayo Fndn

    Residency Hospital
  • University Ark

    Fellowship Hospital, 2001
  • Yale New Haven Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2000
  • Mayo Clinic-rochester

    Internship Hospital, 1997
  • Medical College Of Wisconsin

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
Dermatology
Micrographic Dermatologic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

SC Physicians LLC620 10th St N Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Joseph's Hospital

    3001 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
    Tampa, FL 33607
    Recipient of 7
    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

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    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

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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