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James Yue

Orthopaedics

James Yue, MD

Director, Orthopaedic Spine Surgery Section (formerly); Associate Clinical Professor, Orthopedics & Rehabilitation

Shelton, CT

James J. Yue, MD, is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in orthopedic spine surgery and orthopedic trauma, with a primary focus on treating spinal disorders including low back pain, back pain, chronic neck pain, spinal stenosis, herniated discs, and sciatica. He serves adult patient populations, managing complex cases requiring advanced interventions such as motion-preserving procedures. Dr. Yue is renowned for pioneering techniques in spine care, notably as the first surgeon in N

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Credentials

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)

Education & Training

  • Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine (MD, 1992)
  • Residency: Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center (Orthopaedic Surgery, 1997)
  • Fellowship: University of Maryland (Orthopaedic Trauma, 1998)

Years in Practice

30+ years

Peer Recognition

  • Castle ConnollyTop Doctor

    2017-2026 (10 years)

  • Castle ConnollyTop Doctors: New York Metro Area

    2014

  • New York MagazineTop Doctors Castle Connolly

    2014

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Spine SurgeryOrthopaedic Trauma

Conditions & Treatments

ScoliosisFracture FixationSpine SurgeryCervical Spine DisordersDegenerative Spine ConditionsFracture CareLumbar Spine DisordersOrthopaedic Trauma

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

  • The William W. Backus Hospital
  • Midstate Medical Center
  • Yale New Haven Hospital

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Yue treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Yue accept Aetna insurance?
James Yue's public profile lists Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Assurant Health plus 19 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
Where does Dr. Yue practice?
James Yue practices in Shelton, CT with hospital affiliations including The William W. Backus Hospital, Midstate Medical Center, and Yale New Haven Hospital.
What does Dr. Yue specialize in?
James Yue is a board-certified orthopaedics specialist with focus areas in Spine Surgery and Orthopaedic Trauma.
How long has Dr. Yue been practicing?
James Yue has 34+ years of clinical experience in orthopaedics.
What is Dr. Yue's medical training?
Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine (MD, 1992); Residency: Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center (Orthopaedic Surgery, 1997); Fellowship: University of Maryland (Orthopaedic Trauma, 1998).

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