Orthopaedics
James Leonard, MD
Assistant Clinical Professor, University of Illinois at Chicago; Master Instructor, Arthroscopy Association of North America
James P. Leonard, MD, is an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in shoulder reconstruction, arthroscopy, and sports medicine, with expertise in foot and ankle surgery. He treats a wide range of conditions including hip dysplasia, hip impingement, hip pain, knee disorders, labral tears, leg deformities, little league elbow, little league shoulder, mallet toes, osteomyelitis, overuse injuries, patellar issues, and shoulder/elbow disorders. Serving patient populations from children and adolescents to
20+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Foot and Ankle Orthopaedics (The American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)
- Sports Medicine (The American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery)
Education & Training
- Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine — M.D.
- University of Illinois at Chicago Medical Center — Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery
- Vanderbilt University — Fellowship, Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2025-2026 (2 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- AdventHealth
- UChicago Medicine AdventHealth La Grange
- Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
Languages
English
Experience
20+ years in practice