James R. McWilliam, MD

Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery
122 Maple Avenue, Floor 8, White Plains, NY 10601
(914) 849-7897
(914) 849-7492
24 Saw Mill River Road, Suite 206, Hawthorne, NY 10532
(914) 849-7897
(914) 849-7492

Biography

James R. McWilliam, M.D., is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in foot and ankle surgery. His treatment philosophy stresses conservative management and, if non-operative treatment fails, he applies an evidence-based approach to surgical correction and repair. An emphasis on minimally invasive techniques, when applicable, frequently returns his patients to an active lifestyle faster than traditional, open techniques.

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As the foremost foot and ankle surgeon in Westchester County, Dr. McWilliam has pioneered cutting-edge techniques in foot and ankle surgery including ankle replacement and minimally invasive fusion, arthroscopic cartilage and ligament repair, percutaneous Achilles tendon repair, and minimally invasive bunion surgery. As such, he is an in-demand speaker on a national and international level. A lifelong educator, Dr. McWilliam continues to train medical personnel in orthopedic surgery, from medical students to experienced surgeons.

Dr. McWilliam received his medical degree from Georgetown University, and completed his internship and residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He went on to complete a Fellowship in Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery at the American Sports Medicine Institute. Dr. McWilliam is also a Fellow in Deformity Correction, Limb Lengthening, and Lower Extremity Reconstruction from the Ilizarov Center in Russia.

His sports medicine experience encompasses consultancies with USA Track and Field, USA Triathlon, US Air Force Rugby, and the PGA tour. He was the team physician for the New Rochelle High School Football Team, which was named the 2003 New York State Champions. Dr. McWilliam is an Assistant Clinical Professor at New York Medical College.

Dr. McWilliam has conducted clinical research on the improvement in fixation of ankle fractures, minimally invasive Achilles tendon repair, conservative and surgical management of heel pain, minimally invasive bunion repair, and arthroscopic treatment of cartilage disorders of the ankle.

He is the author of more than 40 publications and presentations on arthroscopy, arthrodesis, Achilles tendon injury, and bunion repair. Dr. McWilliam is also a peer reviewer for the professional journal American Journal of Sports Medicine and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Knowledge Online.

Recent Patient Comments

Press Ganey
5
04/28/2023
Ii would recommend this facility to everyone.
5
04/22/2023
Dr McWilliam and all of the support staff are outstanding
5
03/24/2023
I already recommend this practice to a friend
5
03/20/2023
Great doctor
5
03/13/2023
Good service
5
03/05/2023
Dr. James McWilliam was excellent.
5
03/03/2023
*Dr. McWilliam was excellent - He explained to me my condition very clearly and gave me options based on his analysis.
5
02/18/2023
Dr. McWilliams is the best, period!!!
5
02/11/2023
The doctor and his staff are 1st rate
5
01/26/2023
The Dr was excellent
5
01/17/2023
Would definitely recommend this practice to my friends & family.
5
01/04/2023
Great doctor. Nailed my problem.
5
01/01/2023
Dr McWilliam very compassionate and caring.Explains options very clearly
5
12/24/2022
I have been seeing Dr. McWilliams for many years. He has gone over and above his obligations as a medical professional. He saw me when other orthopedic doctors refused based on the trauma involved. He saw me immediately even though he really doesn't do severe arm injuries. He recommended me to surgeon who more than likely saved me the complete use of an arm where there radial nerve was severally damaged. I owe Dr McWilliams a great deal of thanks!
5
12/19/2022
Dr. McWilliams explained everything in detail and presented all options available to me.
5
12/08/2022
Dr. McWilliam and I maintained very good eye contact throughout the appointment, his assessment of the problem, & his plan to operate. I feel confident that he is an informed Practitioner.
5
11/30/2022
Surprised me -- I thought it was my feet, but it is my spine that causes the problem.
5
11/26/2022
McWilliam was a GREAT pickup for you folks
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11/14/2022
Very good
5
11/09/2022
EXCELLENT JOB
5
10/31/2022
Excellent visit without any complaints
5
10/27/2022
Md made recommendations for PT which I agreed with
5
10/24/2022
Dr. McWilliam was wonderful. He explained the procedure, any risks that may happen, and aftercare that would be needed. He eased my nervousness with regard to surgery. He was very nice, polite, professional, and personable.
5
10/18/2022
Good Experience
5
10/10/2022
Dr Mcwilliam was excellent
5
10/03/2022
Thank you
5
10/01/2022
Dr. McWilliam was excellent, and so was his staff
5
09/28/2022
The best.
5
09/22/2022
Dr. Outstanding! Super humble, patient and calm
5
09/19/2022
Very comfortable
4.17
09/15/2022
Good
5
09/14/2022
Dr. McWilliam is an outstanding physician and surgeon. I am completely grateful to him for his skill and attention and thank him so very much.
5
08/09/2022
Doctor was very attentive to my concerns.
5
06/23/2022
Treatment advised and applied has worked very well!
5
06/22/2022
Very good experience
5
06/14/2022
Very friendly and patient. Answered all my questions. Very reassuring
5
06/13/2022
Dr McWilliam was very nice and explained everything very well

    Education & Training

    Medical Degree
    • Georgetown University, Washington DC
    Post-graduate Training
    • Residency and Internship, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
    • Fellow, Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery, American Sports Medicine Institute, Birmingham, AL; John S. Gould, MD, Fellowship Director
    • Fellowship, Deformity Correction, Limb Lengthening and Lower Extremity Reconstruction, Russian Ilizarov Scientific Center for Restorative Traumatology and Orthopaedics, Kurgan, Russia
    Affiliations
    • Orthopedic Consultant, World Team Tennis, Inc.
    • Orthopedic Consultant, LPGA, HSBC Women’s Match Play World Championship
    • Medical Committee, US Open Golf Championship
    • Team Physician, New Rochelle High School Football
    • Orthopedic Consultant, U.S. Air Force RugbyOrthopedic Consultant, Cape Cod Baseball League
    • Orthopedic Consultant, USA Track and Field
    • Orthopedic Consultant, USA Triathlon
    Memberships
    • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
    • American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society
    • American Sports Medicine Fellowship Society
    • Society of Military Orthopaedic Surgeons
    • American Medical Association
    • New York State Society of Orthopaedic Surgeons

    Institutional Affiliations

    • White Plains Hospital
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    Overall Satisfaction

    4.6 / 5
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