About James Kearns, MD
James Kearns, MD, a urologist at Endeavor Health, provides care for men with prostate cancer and prostate-related conditions. He is dedicated to shared decision-making, helping patients understand their diagnosis and navigate treatment options that balance quality and longevity of life. With a background in longitudinal care, Dr. Kearns brings specialized expertise to a deeply personal area of men’s health.
My endeavor
My endeavor is to take care of men with prostate cancer, helping them understand every aspect of their condition and create a plan that provides the best quality and quantity of life.
Care philosophy
I believe in shared decision-making. I help patients understand their disease and treatment options, talk through the decisions, and then provide the best care I can in a supportive environment.
Overview
- Gender Male
Conditions treated (4)
- Prostate cancer
- Prostate disease
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
- Elevated PSA
Procedures performed (13)
- Robot prostatectomy
- Transrectal ultrasonography (TRUS)
- Transurethral resection of prostate (TURP)
- Simple prostatectomy
- Aquablation
- MRI fusion guided prostate biopsy
- Transperineal ultrasonography (TPUS) and guided biopsy
- Transrectal ultrasonography (TRUS) and guided biopsy
- Robotic prostatectomy
- Robotic simple prostatectomy
- Spaceoar
- Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
- Trans perineal and trans rectal biopsies
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Endeavor Health Medical Group
1000 Central St., Suite 720 Evanston, IL 60201-1779 -
Endeavor Health Medical Group
767 Park Ave. West, Suite B100 Highland Park, IL 60035-2469 -
Endeavor Health Medical Group
2180 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 3000 Glenview, IL 60026-1340
Medical School
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2010Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons
Residencies
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2012SurgeryUniversity of Illinois at Chicago
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2016UrologyUniversity of Chicago Hospitals
Fellowships
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2018Urologic OncologyUniversity of Washington Hospital
Board certifications
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2020UrologyAmerican Board of Urology
Academic title
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Clinical Assistant Professor, The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
Reviews (239)
April 25, 2026
Always caring...
April 25, 2026
I appreciate the way Dr. Kearns listens to and answers all of my questions.
April 24, 2026
I was very happy with the service
April 24, 2026
Professional, knowledgeable, caring & helpful.
April 24, 2026
Dr. Kearns is a very good urologist and a caring person as well.
April 22, 2026
Dr. Kearns was a great medical scientist as well as a great human being. He was accurate, well informed in his field and provide numerous options.Endeavor Health is fortunate to have a surgeon like him.
April 22, 2026
Dr. Kearns is very professional and informative. He gives time for Q&A and listens to his patients.
April 20, 2026
Dr Kearns and his staff are very thorough, and informative.
April 19, 2026
I felt that Dr. Kearns was thorough in assessing my current condition and was open and honest in answering all of my questions based on how I feel and my test results, even the ones that bordered on the ridiculous in terms of possible alternative treatments for my condition.
April 19, 2026
Dr. Kearns was profssional, clear about my tests, positive abour my health, and always friendly.
April 19, 2026
Went well
April 17, 2026
Warm and caring. Totally makes you feel comfortable in what can be a very uncomfortable circumstance.
April 17, 2026
No delays. Doctor and staff were extremely professional
April 16, 2026
Kearns was down to earth and professional.
April 10, 2026
Informative
April 10, 2026
Very nice and suppiratae
April 10, 2026
Dr. Kearns was helpful and informative. I was greatly helped by the visit (as a second opinion).
April 10, 2026
Dr. Kearns is personable, knowledgeable, and dedicated to his patient's well-being.
April 9, 2026
I liked James a lot.
April 9, 2026
Very personable.
April 3, 2026
Being a new patient with Dr. Kearns, I had a great experience both with doctor and his staff. Thank you!
April 3, 2026
Dr. Kearns was excellent
March 27, 2026
Dr. Kearns and the whole office are terrific! Natalie is always there to help with anything, and their caring approach is a real comfort with all issues that may sometimes include personal/delicate topics. Their understanding and very human approach to the great care they deliver is really great. I'd highly recommend them to anyone needing their services!
March 26, 2026
Dr. Kearns and his staff are the best.
March 25, 2026
Dr. Kearns is very good. I have always been completely satisfied.
March 22, 2026
Excellent services and nice friendly doctor.
March 19, 2026
Great team. Very professional.
March 18, 2026
Dr. Kearns is a caring individual whom I respect.
March 16, 2026
All Issues and concerns addressed and well explained, next steps clear. Response to message regarding very quick.
March 15, 2026
I think Dr. Kearns is fabulous. He explained my issue in great detail, described the options and was very personable.
March 13, 2026
Good to have someone who I can talk with, who views my case as an individual and is well informed.
March 11, 2026
I had a prostatectomy, March 2024 and Dr. Kearns did my surgery. I can't say enough about how grateful I am for him and his team. They were exceptional from beginning to end and I continue to get wonderful care from Dr. Kearns monitoring my blood work.
March 11, 2026
All good.
March 11, 2026
He's been great from Day One. Would highly recommend him.
March 4, 2026
He has great personality and people skills
February 27, 2026
Very knowledgeable and great personality
February 26, 2026
Cannot say enough good things about Dr Kearns. He is a skillful surgeon that has addressed my medical issues and throughout everything I have dealt with made me feel that he truly cares. I believe he does. What a compassionate doctor. I am grateful to have found him for my medical treatment
February 26, 2026
Exceptional knowledge,Excellent connections.Very compassionate.
February 21, 2026
I have never had a more focused and in depth conversation with a doctor in my life.
February 21, 2026
He's a very upfront doctor that will tell you everything be before the operation and everything effort after the operation whether or not it's pain related, what to expect as you recover. If if you were concerned about anything after the operation, there's a phone number that you could call to get your questions answered. He is very upfront and will explain everything in detail,
February 20, 2026
Very thorough, very good at explaining everything and a good listener
February 20, 2026
Dr Kearns is absolutely fantastic great personality absolutely dialed in on what he's talking about and made me feel more comfortable about my situation I would highly recommend him to anyone who needs a urologist.
February 17, 2026
He's awesome
February 11, 2026
Professional, knowledgeable, helpful, friendly
February 10, 2026
Very Professional. Extremely informed!
February 9, 2026
Professional and very competent follow up information provided
February 6, 2026
Dr. Kearns is always a kind, patient and caring person (and provider).
February 4, 2026
Dr kearns was very good
February 1, 2026
Dr. Kearns was excellent and right to the point.
January 31, 2026
He was informative but also warm and reassuring.
January 29, 2026
I always received comprehensive review of my health condition, and recommendations what and why would be the best for me.
January 23, 2026
Very good, knowledgeable, friendly.
January 16, 2026
Dr. Kearns is awesome. He treated me like a loving family. The nurse practitioner was awesome as well. You feel at home away from home.
January 16, 2026
Dr. Kearns has a gentle, honest demeanor. He is very easy to talk to. His assistant [...] is very professional and pleasant.
January 10, 2026
Very knowledgeable and informative
January 9, 2026
Dr. Kearns answered all my questions and concerns!
January 9, 2026
Dr. Kearns is great - friendly, engaging and excellent at explaining what's going on and the options that should be considered.
January 7, 2026
Dr. Kearns was informative, thoughtful and easily relatable. I would recommend him to anyone.
December 30, 2025
Excellent caring thoughtful and perceptive doctor
December 29, 2025
Dr. Kearns is a very intelligent, caring physician. […]
December 22, 2025
Dr. Kearns did an outstanding job. I am very pleased with the process and also with any follow up from his assistant [...]. They both were very professional and informative. I would definitely recommend them to anyone in my situation.
December 21, 2025
Very informative
December 20, 2025
He was fine
December 20, 2025
Dr. Kearns is friendly, courteous, and helpful; he explained the situation/results in an easily understandable way.
December 20, 2025
Personable, makes one feel at ease even though subject is very serious.
December 19, 2025
Dr. Kearnes was amazing. Very patient and wonderful at sharing his expertise. All of my questions were addressed and answered thoroughly.
December 19, 2025
Dr. Kearns is a capable and supportive doctor.
December 19, 2025
Very excellent services and all staff were very friendly too.
December 18, 2025
I had a New patient visit. Dr Kearns had obviously reviewed my chart before the visit. His questions were focused & appropriate.
December 12, 2025
Very engaging and Informative. Made an effort to learn more about me and my concerns.
December 8, 2025
Straight forward. Very nice. Smart
December 4, 2025
Dr Kearns is always friendly and informative and does not rush through the visit. He always asks if we have any questions.
December 3, 2025
Dr Kearns was very friendly and helpful
November 23, 2025
All good
November 21, 2025
Dr Kerns is a very pleasant no nonsense Doctor I enjoyed my visit with him
November 21, 2025
Thorough appt discussions and welcomes my list of issues/concerns
November 16, 2025
Caring & diligent. Straight to the point & efficient
November 16, 2025
Every individual I dealt with was excellent.
November 14, 2025
[...] and Dr. Kearns were very thorough and responsive to my questions and concerns. Did not feel rushed.
November 7, 2025
Though delayed, the visit was satisfactory.
November 6, 2025
Caring and took his time to answer all my questions
November 6, 2025
Dr Kearns is personable and demonstrates expertise and extensive knowledge of current practice as well as upcoming technology.
November 1, 2025
Too bureaucratic , almost machine like
November 1, 2025
Dr. Kearns and his assistant were extremely professional and made me feel very comfortable during this unusual situation.
October 24, 2025
Everyone was great
October 23, 2025
Excellent provider, very knowledgeable, responded to all
October 19, 2025
Very professional but has a sense of humor and puts the patient at ease. I was very comfortable with him.
October 18, 2025
I always receive excellent care from Doctor Kearns and his team.
October 18, 2025
I can only say good things about Dr Kearns. He was very reassuring, explained things thoroughly, and had a warm and caring demeanor.
October 15, 2025
Dr. Kearns is excellent. He explains everything in detail. He answered our questions completely. He cares about me as a patient.
October 10, 2025
Very Good
October 9, 2025
Professional and personal.
October 9, 2025
The staff of doctor were wonderful. When I arrived I had hardly sat down when the assistant came to ask me to come in so there was no waiting time and the doctor was not more than 10 or 15 minutes for me
October 5, 2025
Dr Kearns is very friendly and approachable. Explains everything clearly. I would certainly recommend him.
October 4, 2025
Good
October 3, 2025
Dr.,Kearns explained matters thoroughly and answered my questions.
October 1, 2025
My caregiver was very professional He told me everything I need to know and what to expect
September 29, 2025
Professional, knowledgeable, friendly
September 28, 2025
Keep it up
September 27, 2025
Dr. Kearns is thorough, insightful and competent.
September 21, 2025
Dr. Kearns was excellent in the time he took to explain new my condition. His nurse is great too.
September 20, 2025
Very knowledgeable explain procedures potential outcomes well.
September 20, 2025
Dr Kearns and his team are first rate
September 13, 2025
Dr. Kearns is very thorough and answered all my questions.
September 13, 2025
Professional and efficient
September 12, 2025
Dr. Kearns was great.
September 10, 2025
Was a very knowledgeable Doctor!
September 9, 2025
Mr very good to me and communicating well about my health
September 8, 2025
Patient, attentive, clear explanations, upbeat
September 5, 2025
Dr Kearns was very thorough in explaining my diagnosis and the options for treatment
September 3, 2025
Clear and direct regarding my health concerns and management.
August 30, 2025
A+
August 27, 2025
Good doc, easy to communicate with
August 24, 2025
Turn out to be pneumonia. They gave me medication and antibiotics and sent me home.
August 24, 2025
Dr Kearns is very polite and knowledgeable
August 23, 2025
Dr. Kearns and nurse [...] are an excellent team. Highly professional
August 10, 2025
Answered all my concerns and was happy with my first visit.
August 9, 2025
Dr. Kearns appt was excellent. [...]
August 8, 2025
Dr. Kearns really knows his stuff and communicates it exceptionally well. On a scale of 1 to 10, I rate him a 10!
July 31, 2025
Five stars on the teamwork, and also Dr. Kearns specifically for his insight, candor, and guarded positivity.
July 29, 2025
Very informative from beginning to end
July 27, 2025
Dr. Kearns was well prepared and honest about my condition.
July 27, 2025
[...] and Jamie were great. I hope no one has to go through what I have but I will recommend both to anyone who needs their care.
July 26, 2025
He was very friendly and explained everything very well. He answered all of our questions and he answered questions that we did not know we needed to ask.
July 25, 2025
Very patient and knowledgeable. Excellent!
July 24, 2025
Open, friendly, professional, thorough; answered all my questions.
July 21, 2025
D.R. Kearns was very informative & spent sufficient time explaining things and what to expect. This was only a consultation
July 21, 2025
Dr. Kearns is the best, highly knowledgeable, friendly, and professional.
July 20, 2025
Dr. Kearns is a great doctor. Very caring and thorough.
July 14, 2025
It is always on high level
July 14, 2025
Dr. Kearns was very professional, courteous, knowledgeable and answered all questions with clarity. [...], Dr. Kearns scheduling assistant is one of the best administrative people that I have had the occasion to Interact with at Endeavor Health.
July 4, 2025
Great
July 4, 2025
Good
June 29, 2025
Great communication
June 28, 2025
I enjoy meeting with the doctor.
June 27, 2025
Dr Kearns seems to be a top flight urologist and surgeon who is up to date on modern medical trends and is able to take a very complex and uncertain area like prostrate cancer and explain it to a 72 year old dog like me. He also had a nice smile and shook hands with me and created a positive vibe in a very stressful situation for me.
June 26, 2025
Very personable and understood the anxiety of the situation.
June 24, 2025
In prostate related concerns Dr Kearns is the perfect "cheerleader" explaining and encouraging. Excellent at helping to control the fears we patients naturally have. I enthusiastically recommend him.
June 24, 2025
Understanding with my condition and how to cure as soon as possible.
June 20, 2025
Very nice and thoughtful.
June 20, 2025
The doctor had excellent bedside manners. He took his time with us, was very friendly, annd kind, and he arrived on time. He explained everything clearly and made us feel comfortable throughout. A very good doctor highly recommended.
June 20, 2025
Excellent services.
June 20, 2025
Dr Kearns is topnotch professionally & personaly, a pleasure to deal with & a credit to the profession.
June 18, 2025
Polite, professional, timely care.
June 18, 2025
Thoughtful, communicative and empathetic
June 17, 2025
Knowledgeable, friendly, and open to all questions with honest, understandable answers.
June 15, 2025
Excellent bedside manner. Genuine and enthusiastic
June 14, 2025
Ez and personal!
June 13, 2025
Present information about advanced medications now available. And what to do next.
June 6, 2025
Ver caring , his assistant-[...] was wonderful as well. Great visit.
June 2, 2025
Dr Kearns is terrific. Knowledgeable professional and shows genuine interest in my health care. He is patient, answers all my questions and is an excellent communicator.
June 2, 2025
Dr Kearns was excellent in every way He has a terrific team too.
June 1, 2025
Very helpful and knowledgeable.
May 25, 2025
Great, empathetic surgeon
May 24, 2025
Dr Kearns always ensures that all test results and directives are understood and is respectful of Rick's cognitive issues.
May 21, 2025
Explained things well, did not feel rushed.
May 21, 2025
Dr. James is a great doctor and really informative. He's very good at keeping you in a positive mind even thought he has to explain everything he does it in a way that doesn't cause you any worry.
May 19, 2025
Dr Kearns is the best.
May 17, 2025
Nice and thoughtful interaction
May 16, 2025
Easy to talk with and understandable
May 16, 2025
Best ever no problems thank u
May 14, 2025
Dr James Kearns took his time explained very clearly all my options that I faced and answered all my questions.
May 10, 2025
Very compassionate and knowledgeable
May 9, 2025
Very professional and easy to talk with.
May 8, 2025
I was impressed with how Dr . Kearns and his staff was prepared for my visit and was aware of the issues I have.
May 6, 2025
Dr. KEARNS Is one of the most competent doctors who I have had for my medical care. Know and understand that "competent" is an understatement for him. I would absolutely recommend him for any person who has urology issues..
May 5, 2025
It was a good experience. Dr. Kearns answered all my questions and my concerns.
May 4, 2025
Dr. Kearns is very easy to talk to. He answers my questions and always calms me when I'm nervous. The whole staff Is amazing and I'm happy that they take such good care of me.
April 24, 2025
Dr. Kearns is a kind and caring Doctor. He takes his time to explain everything and continues to ask if you have any more questions.
April 22, 2025
The team makes you feel at ease. I was operated on in October for cancer. I never had any apprehension once I met them. And I'm doing great.
April 21, 2025
Dr. James Kearn is an excellent Urologist. He's thorough in explaining the procedure and what he'll be doing throughout. He made me feel comfortable after my anxiety about the procedure. His staff likewise is friendly and responsive.
April 19, 2025
Dr. Kearns is great!
April 18, 2025
Professional, knowledgeable, concerned about my well being, a wonderful doctor.
April 18, 2025
Dr. Kearns was very personable and explained the treatment options very clearly. He answered all of my questions in detail. He has my complete confidence. I also enjoyed Nurse [...] attention during my visit.
April 17, 2025
Kearns and his staff are very honest and will tell you exactly what's going to happen and what to expect. This includes recovery times, pain levels and any concerns you have before and after surgery. Phone calls were quickly answered when they returned to office. 2 years and still cancer free, Thank you
April 9, 2025
Dr Kearns is very thorough and friendly at the same time!
April 7, 2025
Dr. Kearns was professional, yet down to earth. I felt comfortable talking with him about sensitive issues, and he was reassuring without overpromising.
April 7, 2025
I have lived long enough with prostate issues to have had numerous urologists, and James Kearns is one of the very est.
April 4, 2025
Fantastic Doctor!
April 3, 2025
I appreciate Dr Kearns sincere professionalism. He secured me that I'm in good hands. Dr Kearns articulated my options to my understanding and agreement.
April 3, 2025
Great care by everyone !!!!!!
April 2, 2025
The best. Very knowledgeable and informative. Couldn't ask for more
March 25, 2025
I appreciate the fact that Dr. Kearns clearly explains what has taken place, my surgery and the subsequent recovery, and what the test results mean.
March 25, 2025
Dr Kearms listened to my concerns about my health and provided valuable information and advice for going forward with my care.
March 24, 2025
Straight-forward, helpful
March 24, 2025
Dr. Kearns was very nice, very professional, and helpful.
March 21, 2025
Dr Kearns was polite and knowledgeable in
March 21, 2025
Great visit
March 21, 2025
Outstanding!
March 21, 2025
Thank you
March 20, 2025
Been with Dr. Kearns for a few years. He's top-notch.
March 20, 2025
Friendly and professional.
March 14, 2025
Took time and answered our questions
March 14, 2025
Excellent care and explanations
March 14, 2025
Dr. Kearns was very thorough and reassuring.
March 10, 2025
Best
March 8, 2025
Dr. Kearns is very thorough and helpful. I am very pleased with the quality of care I am receiving.
March 8, 2025
I am glad he is on my side
March 5, 2025
I believe the Urology department did a marvelous job
March 4, 2025
Caring and explain everything eell
March 3, 2025
Dr Kernes and his assistant were very good at what they do
March 2, 2025
Very professional and caring about my personal health. Honest and informative about current health challenges.
March 1, 2025
Dr. James made me feel very comfortable.
February 28, 2025
Excellent care all around
February 27, 2025
Dr Kearns and his nurses were very knowledgable, kind, and explained things very well.
February 27, 2025
He was great
February 27, 2025
Everyone's Awesome
February 23, 2025
Good job so far - not sure what the next visit will accomplish that th televisit couldn't have done
February 22, 2025
Outstanding service from start to finish. Dr. Kearns was professional and competent. Very positive
February 21, 2025
It was my first visit with Dr. Kearns and I was very impressed. He had done his homework and knew exactly why I was there. He was focused on the issues at hand and was sympathetic to my situation and reassuring about next steps. He has a very nice manner about him.
February 20, 2025
Dr. Kearn explained the test results and the go forward strategy with my diagnosis. He put me at ease and was very focused on our treatment plan, and to be positive.
February 18, 2025
Dr. Kearns is carrying, professional, and extremely competent. The same can be said of his entire staff.
February 17, 2025
Dr Kearns and Elisha are the best
February 16, 2025
Dr Kearns has a great "bedside" manner, very easy to talk to.
February 16, 2025
Very accommodating to my disability and my safety. Doctor is realistic and very caring. I have trust in my doctor
February 16, 2025
Thank u
February 15, 2025
Very warm & caring
February 13, 2025
Very knowledgeable
February 13, 2025
Dr Kearns always reviews my test results when they're released and sends me comments. Very responsive!!
February 6, 2025
Very attentive to your concerns and answers questions. His staff are always professional and pleasant
February 5, 2025
Excellent communication
February 5, 2025
Dr. Kearns explained everything in detail. I felt very comfortable speaking with him. Answered all my questions.
February 4, 2025
Very knowledgeable
February 4, 2025
Dr Kearns was fantastic
February 2, 2025
I have 100% confidence in the dr. He is friendly, patient, knowledgeable , and available. Not a single criticism.
January 31, 2025
I am satisfied the way he treated me.
January 31, 2025
Outstanding! The best!
January 31, 2025
Grateful to have Dr. Kearns as my urologist!
January 31, 2025
Very professional, knowledgeable, articulate, and helpful In explaining my care needs
January 30, 2025
Dr. Kearnes was very informative and took the time to discuss my medical plan.
January 25, 2025
Competent, good advice, good communicator, good follow up ...Impressive indeed !
January 25, 2025
A highly professional Doctor.
January 24, 2025
Dr. Kearns has provided excellent care to me to date. That is why I have traveled the extended distance to see him..
January 24, 2025
Really appreciated this office visit, especially for Dr. Kearns' demeanor. He asked the right questions, listened carefully, and provided clear, candid and concise responses with professionalism, compassion and humor.
January 23, 2025
Dr Kearns was fabulous
January 17, 2025
Very , very good
January 11, 2025
I have 100% confidence in Dr. Kearns
January 9, 2025
Very good answered all my questions
January 5, 2025
Good
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