About James Spitz, MD
James Spitz, MD, a colon and rectal surgeon at Endeavor Health, is board-certified in colorectal surgery with expertise in the diagnosis and surgical management of benign and malignant diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. He provides comprehensive care for conditions such as colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and complex anorectal disorders. Dr. Spitz combines advanced surgical skill with clear, compassionate communication to guide patients through every stage of treatment.
My endeavor
My endeavor is to help others in the most direct and meaningful way possible by using my hands and knowledge to improve health, restore function and change lives. Every patient I treat is an opportunity to make a tangible difference, and I am committed to delivering care that reflects both surgical precision and human connection.
Care philosophy
I believe surgical care is most effective when it’s grounded in empathy, respect and partnership with the patient. My approach centers on listening carefully to each individual’s concerns, explaining options in plain language and tailoring treatment to their unique needs and goals. Whether performing a complex operation or providing follow-up care, I strive to create an environment where patients feel heard, supported and confident in their path to recovery.
Overview
- Gender Male
Conditions treated (17)
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Pelvic floor disorders
- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- Hemorrhoids
- Abscess
- Anismus
- Appendix
- Cyst
- Fissure
- Fistula
- Polyp
- Pruritus
- Rectal bleeding
- Rectal drainage
- Rectal pain
- Rectal tear
Procedures performed (14)
- Anorectal manometry
- Gastrointestinal oncologic surgery
- Colon
- Rectal surgery
- Colonoscopy
- Advanced laparoscopic surgery
- Colon and rectal surgery
- Minimally-invasive colon surgery
- Minimally-invasive rectal surgery
- Port-a-cath
- Minimally-invasive colon and rectal surgery
- Colon and rectal cancer surgery
- Manometry
- Flex sigmoidoscopy
Endeavor Health Medical Group
225 N. Milwaukee Ave., Lower Level
Vernon Hills, IL 60061-4304
Vernon Hills, IL 60061-4304
Endeavor Health Medical Group
757 Park Ave. West, Suite 2850
Highland Park, IL 60035-2558
Highland Park, IL 60035-2558
Endeavor Health Medical Group
2050 Pfingsten Rd., Suite 128
Glenview, IL 60026-1324
Glenview, IL 60026-1324
Medical School
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1989Chicago Medical School Finch UHS
Residencies
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1996General SurgeryUniversity of Illinois Medical Center and Clinics
Fellowships
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1993Surgical ResearchUniversity of Illinois Medical Center and Clinics
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1997Colon and Rectal SurgeryCook County Hospital
Board certifications
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1997SurgeryAmerican Board of Surgery
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1998Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery
Reviews (85)
January 27, 2026
Love him
January 20, 2026
Best doctor and team!
January 20, 2026
Dr. Spitz is great, he explains everything at length and in an excellent and caring manner.
January 14, 2026
Dr. Spitz was excellent in sharing information on my future procedure, his confidence and friendly demeanor made me very confident moving forward! Outstanding professionalism!
January 8, 2026
Dr Spitz was cordial & listened to me as I explained my gastric problems.
January 6, 2026
Super
January 3, 2026
I would highly recommend Dr. Spitz to anyone who has to go in for a colon cancer surgery. Very personable, friendly, & will answer all questions you might have. Very experienced Surgeon.
January 3, 2026
Dr James is the best . He is very proficient and very respectful person .
December 19, 2025
Dr. Spitz took the time to explain the surgery and the recovery process and the benefits and challenges related to the surgery. He answered all of my questions and had a friendly demeanor.
December 18, 2025
Dr.Spitz is a great dr. I am vvery happy with his care ,he is the best human been also
December 18, 2025
Dr. Spitz and staff 5 stars
December 18, 2025
Dr Spitz is very knowledgeable and takes time to answer the questions. He is very friendly and treats his patients very well with respect and dignity.
December 7, 2025
Professional, efficient and pleasant.
December 2, 2025
Dr. Spitz was very professional and easy to talk with. I came away with a lot of confidence in his experience and plan to provide care going forward.
November 21, 2025
I was impressed that he had consulted with another MD I have seen about a related problem, so was able to update me on that as well.
November 19, 2025
Great doctor and staff!!
November 18, 2025
Dr Spitz was knowledgeable and put me at ease whole discussing options for surgical procedures
November 18, 2025
Dr Spitz has the best bedside manner of any surgeon I have ever met or worked with. He made me feel comfortable and confident from our very first interaction.
November 13, 2025
Extremely professional, caring and took time to explain
November 12, 2025
Wonderful doctor. Very kind and a gentle nature.
November 6, 2025
I have seen Dr. Spitz many times and he is always very nice and knowledgeable.
November 4, 2025
Very direct but positive. Answered questions and provided great insight. Great style
October 27, 2025
Great Doctor and staff
October 25, 2025
Excellent
September 26, 2025
Dr Spitz is a pleasure to visit. He is a great doctor with a great staff that is very helpful and responsive to my needs
September 23, 2025
He was very knowledgeable and caring.
September 23, 2025
I was much earlier than my appointment However The Doctor took care of me right away and could go home earlyVery detail investigation with all the answers providedVery comfortable that the appointment went perf cult alright
September 18, 2025
Great Surgeon! Dr.Spitz put me at ease through the whole process. I feel so much better now that I had the surgery.
September 9, 2025
Dr. [Name] has been an incredible surgeon and caregiver. He's not only very professional but also truly compassionate. His bedside manner is fantastic, and he always made me and my family feel comfortable and cared for. What really stands out is how available he is whenever we've had questions or concerns-he's always there to help. I'm so grateful for the care and support he's given me.
August 29, 2025
I liked the Doctor's due diligence, clear planning and sense of humor, all things considered. I will definitely recommend him to friends if they need this specialist.
August 27, 2025
Best in class
August 18, 2025
Wonderful bedside manner. Terrific personality!
August 18, 2025
The doctor spent much time with me and explained what was going to be done. I have confidence in him.
August 16, 2025
This provider was very good he keep me and my family well informed and make us feel at ease with the procedure and surgery.
August 9, 2025
Outstanding. I was extremely impressed with the professionalism as well as how I was put at ease with the doctors explanation of the procedure
July 30, 2025
O'K
July 29, 2025
Dr. Spitz is a real gift! I will recomend him always!!
July 24, 2025
Went above and beyond
July 16, 2025
Dr. Spitz is an excellent surgeon who is very professional yet he makes sure you feel right a home and that you're very comfortable from my first visit with him to my surgery not once was I nervous due to dr spitz great Doctor.
July 2, 2025
Excellent in all ways
July 1, 2025
Dr Spitz is great. Very thorough and informative. I feel well cared for.
June 28, 2025
Dr. Spitz is wonderful doctor
June 25, 2025
High quality, professionally managed care!
June 21, 2025
Dr. Spitz is outstanding. He's very personable, efficient, and knowledgeable. He put me at ease, addressed my issues, and I would highly recommend him.
June 21, 2025
This is the first & only time I have seen Dr. Spitz & was very impressed! He made me feel very comfortable & explained the situation & my options clearly & took care of my minor issue in his office. He was extremely polite & professional! I would see him again If needed & would heartily recommend to anyone in need of surgical advice or a procedure!
June 16, 2025
Very professional and compassionate, answered all questions.
June 15, 2025
Spent tons of time with me, never felt like he had some place else to be, and answered all my questions. Dr. Spitz explained the procedure I was consulting with him about and was professional and courteous throughout the consultation. Very pleased I did my research and have no hesitation to move forward with surgery when the time comes.
June 14, 2025
Doctor was engaging and I felt very comfortable.
June 12, 2025
Dr. Spitz was very kind and knowledgeable about my health issues. He put my mind at ease, and made sure that all my questions were answered and my concerns were addressed.
June 12, 2025
Thank you so much. It's very very good doctor.
June 9, 2025
Very nice and understanding
June 7, 2025
This was my first visit with Dr. James Spitz and I was very impressed. He was able to take care of my problem with a procedure right then.
May 23, 2025
Always listens to me and is a caring doctor.
May 20, 2025
Excellen
May 9, 2025
Excellent.
April 29, 2025
The doctor and staff were very friendly and professional.
April 25, 2025
He is very professional, experienced and treated me with respect.
April 17, 2025
Wonderfully kind doctor. Took a lot of time to explain everything to me. Very grateful
April 9, 2025
Dr. Spitz has excellent clinical skills with an amazing bedside manner. Highly recommend.
April 9, 2025
Dr Spitz and his team made me feel welcomed and were attentive to my needs.
April 8, 2025
Great listening and sympathy. Explained all clearly and answered questions
April 2, 2025
Excellent
March 31, 2025
I have always felt that I was important. I have felt to be in very good care with Dr Spitz during my 4 year journey!
March 25, 2025
Best g.i. Dr on staff
March 22, 2025
Dr Spitz has a history of providing excellent care
March 20, 2025
Dr Spitz Is very kind and complete. I just wish he can get rid of mg pain. He certainly Is trying!!
March 5, 2025
I feel very confident in his diagnosis & treatment
March 4, 2025
Very informativeCaring and understandingDr Spitz listened
March 4, 2025
Thank you for the Excellent care
March 4, 2025
The Dr was kind , quick , and ensured I fully understood my procedure . Amazing work!
February 26, 2025
Personable and direct. Easy to talk to.
February 24, 2025
Everyone was so attentive and explained what was going to happen. The doctor really was so informative
February 4, 2025
Dr. Spitz and his staff are wonderful.
February 2, 2025
Was so professional and very nice Service was great
January 31, 2025
Very personable, knowledgeable, and understanding of my conditions.
January 31, 2025
Excellent doctor
January 30, 2025
Dr Spitz is a professional and caring Dr. I had a very good office visit.
January 29, 2025
Dr.Spitz is very accurate and pleasent
January 27, 2025
Outstanding attention by Dr. Spitz
January 25, 2025
Dr. Spitz always has a positive attitude. The comfort he provided at an emotionally trying time was superb. He is an excellent doctor. My wife thinks he is a hero.
January 24, 2025
Excellent service provider, set reasonable expectations and worked efficiently and effectively.
January 21, 2025
Dr. Spitz was very informative, took the time to explain everything and was overall excellent.
January 21, 2025
Dr Spitz was very nice and I felt very comfortable with asking him any questions
January 11, 2025
Dr Spitz is wonderful!
January 9, 2025
Very positive experience
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