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Dr. James Diesfeld, MD

Dr. James Diesfeld, MD

Pain Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. James Diesfeld, MD is a pain medicine physician in Chicago, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from American University of The Caribbean School of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Holy Cross Hospital and Humboldt Park Health. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 34 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (34 reviews)

Mount Sinai Hospital

1500 S Fairfield Ave Chicago, IL 60608
Telehealth available

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Dr. Diesfeld's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Diesfeld

3.6

34 ratings, 18 with a written review
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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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Renee Holman – Feb 13, 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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Teya – Aug 30, 2024
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Aug 09, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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very disappointed – May 27, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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REEM – Oct 23, 2020
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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
5 people found this helpful
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Teya Kraft – Aug 05, 2020
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What went well
No results
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 people found this helpful
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Treat your patients with dignity and respect!!!! – Apr 13, 2020
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Blue – Jan 31, 2020
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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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Robinette Hardison – Nov 25, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 03, 2019
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Nigel – Sep 10, 2019
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Nikki – Feb 02, 2019
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Miguel Zamora in Chicago, IL – Jul 03, 2018
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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
10 people found this helpful
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Sandra Smith in Chicago, Il – Jan 17, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Chicago, IL – Nov 14, 2017
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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
13 people found this helpful
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chicago, il – Mar 28, 2017
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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
8 people found this helpful
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Carlos Romero in Chicago, IL – Mar 10, 2016
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What went well
No results
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
6 people found this helpful
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Vince in Buffalo Grove, IL – Feb 11, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

As a Pain Management specialist, I focus on compassionate, patient-centered care. I believe every patients experience is unique, so I work to create personalized treatment plans that align with their goals. I listen carefully to their concerns...read more

biography

Dr. Diesfeld is a board-certified Pain Management specialist and Diplomate of the American Board of Anesthesiology. He earned his MD from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine and completed his internship at LA County/USC....read more
  • Pain Medicine

  • Pain Management

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  • University Of Chicago Medical Center

    1999
  • University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1999
  • Loyola University Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1994
  • University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1991
  • American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
  • Colgate University

    Undergraduate School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
Anesthesiology
Pain Medicine
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Locations

Mount Sinai Hospital

Mount Sinai Hospital1500 S Fairfield Ave Chicago, IL 60608
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Thorek Memorial Hospital

    850 W Irving Park Rd
    Chicago, IL 60613

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Swedish Hospital

    5145 N California Ave
    Chicago, IL 60625
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    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.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Humboldt Park Health

    1044 N Francisco Ave
    Chicago, IL 60622
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    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.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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