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James Wilks, MD

James Wilks, MD

Cardiology

Provider Groups

  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

Primary Contact

(734) 712-8000
Appointments (New Patients Welcome)
Provider Groups
  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

Primary Contact
(734) 712-8000

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Cardiology

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Trinity Health Michigan Heart - Chelsea

14650 E Old US Hwy 12
Ste 204
Chelsea , MI 48118

View hours
Monday
12:00pm - 4:00pm
Tuesday
12:00pm - 4:00pm
Wednesday
12:00pm - 4:00pm
Thursday
12:00pm - 4:00pm
Friday
12:00pm - 4:00pm
Trinity Health Michigan Heart - Chelsea

Trinity Health Michigan Heart - Canton

1600 S Canton Center Rd
Ste 345
Canton , MI 48188

View hours
Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Trinity Health Michigan Heart - Canton

Trinity Health Michigan Heart - Ann Arbor Campus

5325 Elliott Dr
2nd Floor
Ypsilanti , MI 48197

View hours
Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Trinity Health Michigan Heart - Ann Arbor Campus

About

James E. Wilks, MD, has been practicing in the area for more than 17 years. His clinical interests include echocardiography, invasive non-interventional cardiology, lipid disorders and medical information technology. Dr. Wilks also has additional training in adult transthoracic and stress echocardiography. He is the medical director of the Trinity Health Michigan Heart Lipid Clinic and chief medical information officer at Trinity Health Michigan Heart.

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna Better Health Medicaid
  • Aetna Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • BCBS of Michigan Federal / Traditional
  • BCBS of Michigan Medicare Advantage PPO
  • BCBS of Michigan PPO Commercial
  • BCN HMO
  • BCN Medicare Advantage
  • BCN of Michigan HMO
  • BCN of Michigan M Premier Care HMO
  • Blue Cross Complete of Michigan - Medicaid
  • Cofinity (Network)
  • Colleague Health Plan
  • Community Care
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Commercial
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Medicare Advantage
  • HAP Empowered (Medicaid)
  • Humana Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Commercial ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Medicaid
  • McLaren Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • Medicaid - Michigan
  • Medicare (Traditional)
  • Meridian Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Meridian Medicaid
  • Molina Medicaid
  • Multiplan PHCS (Network)
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP)
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Medicare Advantage
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Michigan Cares Network
  • Priority Health / Cigna Commercial
  • Priority Health / Cigna Medicare Advantage
  • Priority Health Medicaid
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Tricare (Humana Military) Non-Prime Plans
  • TRICARE (Humana Military) Prime
  • United Healthcare Commercial ALL PLANS
  • United Healthcare Community Plan (Medicaid)
  • Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
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Education & Certifications

Education

Medical School:
University of Michigan Medical School

Fellowship:
Barnes-Jewish Hospital

Residency:
University of Michigan Hospitals

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease

Provider Groups

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.8 out of 5

(536 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

143 Reviews

12/17/2024

Very satisfied

11/23/2024

Very good Doctor

11/22/2024

Takes time to speak to you and very professional listen to your concerns

11/12/2024

Dr Wilks was wonderful, very patient explained my condition so I could understand it!!

11/11/2024

He was very honest about what perscribed as well as my condition, which I appreciated so much!!

11/08/2024

Dr Wilks called me later in the afternoon to discuss my medication. It meant a great deal to me that he called me personally.

11/08/2024

It is also closer than the other off

10/27/2024

Dr wilks was very professional and Took his time to explain and answer all questions

10/25/2024

Very happy

10/22/2024

I would recommend this provider to anyone. Family, friends, anyone I care about.

10/15/2024

Excellent visit

10/10/2024

Dr Wilks is kind and caring

10/08/2024

He was very polite and to the point

10/07/2024

Thanks for the work!

10/05/2024

Dr. Wilks is always friendly and caring but also professional and very knowledgeable. He treats me like a person as well as a patient. He takes time to listen and cares about my life beyond my heart disease. I’m doing very well because of his expertise and care. I’d recommend him to anyone who needs cardiac care.

10/03/2024

Did not feel rushed

10/03/2024

Always good care and a good experience!

09/26/2024

Excellent in describing everything. Such a treat! And I didn’t feel uncomfortable. Has a very chair-side manner..

09/25/2024

I have recently had several test regarding my hear, way over my head and decided not to have procedure done, after talking with Dr. WILKS I WAS SO RELEAVED AND FELT BETTER ABOUT THE WHOLE THING, HE PUT MY HUSBAND AND I FEELING BETTER AND EXPLAINED IT THROUGHLY. WE ARE SLEEPING BETTER NOW

09/17/2024

I felt like a person not a number!!

09/16/2024

Again, he didn’t seem to like my son asking questions

09/12/2024

dr wilks is great , listens to my concerns .

08/05/2024

Great doctor

07/30/2024

I'm very happy I chose Dr. Wilks as my provider.

07/26/2024

all went well

07/25/2024

Thank you

07/25/2024

Extremely pleased with the care I received.

07/24/2024

Caring, listen and explained things. Also gave suggestions to help improving

07/24/2024

I feel very comfortable with Dr. Wilks and his staff and have great confidence in the advice I receive.

07/23/2024

He listened and explained. Also offered recommendations

07/19/2024

Dr Wilks is very professional and my interaction with him has always been great since the first day he became my cardiologist.

07/18/2024

Everyone made it very comfortable to visit a Doctor, It felt more like you were visiting friends.

07/18/2024

Dr James E Wilks was outstanding in explaining results of my echocardiogram. He is a great listener. Explains results in a way any layperson would understand perfectly.

07/16/2024

I look forward to my next appointment

07/01/2024

Good communication through portal.

06/27/2024

Dr. Wilkes was very kind, respectful. He explained things well .

06/21/2024

I have been seeing Dr Wilks for some years. He always listens and is very caring.

06/18/2024

Professional but very kind and patient

06/17/2024

I look forward to my return appointment.

06/15/2024

Felt Very Confident and very Pleased

06/10/2024

Dr Wilks was absolutely wonderful. He put me at ease immediately. Answered all my question and explained my issues. What procedure was necessary and how it was performed. Very satisfied with my consultation.

06/04/2024

Dr Wilkes was very thorough explaining my heart condition. He made me feel very comfortable.

06/02/2024

Good listener on my health problems!!!!

05/31/2024

All was GOOD !!!!!!

05/07/2024

Very professional. Great demeanor. Talks with you not at you.

04/24/2024

It was a pleasure seeing Dr.Wilks and his assistants.

04/23/2024

Dr. Wilks and all the other cardiologists I have seen seem to be on top of all my problems

04/17/2024

Very good excellent

04/11/2024

The Dr. assured me about my heart before I even had to ask. I was really pleased.

04/11/2024

Took the appropriate amount of time to review my chart and health condition and concerns. Professional and good communication.

03/29/2024

So caring, comforting and compassionate. So happy I found him when my cardiologist retired. I could not be any happier. Thank you Dr Wilks

03/27/2024

Dr is everything I could have hoped for. He listened intensely and makes you feel so comfortable. He cares about you and will answer

03/20/2024

Pleasant experience.

03/18/2024

Very thorough and polite and too the point. Understood risks and assessment clearly

03/15/2024

Dr Wilks is an excellent physician with stellar bedside manner. He treated me with respect and made the whole appointment an overall great experience.

02/06/2024

Dr. Wilks is a very knowledgeable and caring physician. I appreciated the time he spent explaining my medical condition and was very helpful answering any questions I had.

02/06/2024

Soft spoken and kind, listening to my concerns and addressing every one to my satisfaction, and making sure I had a complete understanding before I left

02/05/2024

Good no problem

01/30/2024

As long as Dr Wilks is there I will still be going to see him

01/29/2024

Dr. Wilks has always taken the time to explain things to me and provide me with information that will be helpful in continuing my

01/08/2024

Think I've said it all

12/26/2023

Lot of information

12/19/2023

The nurse who checked us in was very kind too

12/18/2023

He confirmed the diagnosis that I myself thought what was going on in a quiet and concise manner.

12/14/2023

Great experience

12/14/2023

Best cardiologist one could have

12/13/2023

Willing to listen to my concerns

12/11/2023

He is a great Doctor.

11/30/2023

Took his time and explained everything very well

11/21/2023

Extremely easy to find and close to my residence. I appreciate the curtesy and caring attitude of staff, they all made me feel very comfortable and confident with my decision to go there as I’ve had poor experiences in the past when dealing with St. Joe’s. I am very pleased with the changes made with staff and doctors.

11/17/2023

It’s such a pleasure when you feel comfortable and at ease, all personnel were great

11/09/2023

The provider put inacurrate information in the summnary notes

10/30/2023

Attentive to my concerns

10/30/2023

He's making me do all these tests to help to find out why these things are happening to me

10/30/2023

very satisfied

10/26/2023

Dr wilks was exceptional individual who was receptive and knowledgeable who demonstrated exceptional care of treatment. This was another great experience unlike that I have had at cardiac rehab services. Cardiac rehab services needs a complete re education a

10/25/2023

fast friendly and made sure I understood my treatment

10/25/2023

I don't need to be coddled, but I'd appreciate a better attitude and communication without attitude!

10/20/2023

My only problem is that I had to wait so long to get an appointment. Not the fault of Dr. Wilks. I do appreciate Dr. Wilks. I find it difficult to be a fair judge after one appointment.

10/17/2023

I appreciated his frankness

10/15/2023

Im very pleased with the care i received

10/14/2023

I am delighted by their clear and careful treatment.

10/14/2023

Only the 3rd. encounter, but I do really like this Dr.

10/13/2023

I enjoyed having a conversation regarding a destination that we both enjoy visiting.

10/01/2023

Dr Wilks clearly and thoroughly explained my condition and treatment plan so I and my husband know what is going on with me. I am happy to be his patient.

09/27/2023

He listens to you and explains this in a common no nonsense way. Calm comforting and soothing manner.

09/26/2023

I have had multiple hospitalizations for my Severe, Chronic CHF and

09/17/2023

Very satisfied

09/15/2023

Nurse Lucy is exceptional & makes you feel good

09/13/2023

The office staff is wilonderful and keep you informed of any delays. Very well run office

09/09/2023

I believe what he said

08/18/2023

GreatJob Thanks Dr.Wilks�

08/12/2023

Dr. Wilks and his staff are very much aware of my history, and listen carefully of any new problems when i come in for an appointment.

08/04/2023

Support staff appears to be overly busy.

08/03/2023

Both I and my husband will continue our Dr's visits.

08/02/2023

Very good

07/26/2023

He had reviewed past and current tests before the appt. Ready to talk about them and my concerns.

07/26/2023

also responses back with my chart within the day

07/25/2023

Excellent care

07/01/2023

The front desk experience was also top notch, as well as the medical assistant who took my vitals and performed my EKG.

06/29/2023

The Doctor was very friendly and explained everything to me.

06/29/2023

Very good and explains things to my understanding.

06/27/2023

You must take ekg for all cardiac patients

06/22/2023

I am very Grateful for the very competent medical attention and care

06/13/2023

First time I’ve met this Doctor. I left feeling informed and confident that he is competent

06/10/2023

First visit with him and I felt informed and comfortable with him.

06/08/2023

A little more empathy with the honesty. Also do not be on such a rush. I could sense your irritation at times.

06/07/2023

I have no complaints about my health care provided.

06/05/2023

Very satisfied

06/02/2023

Thank you Dr. Wilkes and Julie

06/02/2023

I felt that a very good doctor and staff were going to evaluate at my situation and discover my heart's condition

06/02/2023

Dr Wilks is very kind. He was thorough in his explanations and offered to answer any questions we had.

05/26/2023

Everything was good

05/25/2023

Very long time going to trinity health

05/23/2023

Wasn't impressed

05/16/2023

excellent

05/06/2023

Good

05/05/2023

No complaints

05/05/2023

Exceptional care, diagnosis, treatment and care

05/02/2023

I appreciated the mindful responses to my concerns.

05/02/2023

Knowledgeable obout my history

04/26/2023

Was very nice

04/21/2023

very pleased with time and information provided

04/15/2023

Dr. Wilks explains everythin clearly and concisely

04/09/2023

Did not feel rushed,answered& explained my questions

04/01/2023

I am very satisfy with the services.

03/30/2023

He seems very kind and caring.

03/28/2023

I love having Dr. Wilks as my cardiologist!

03/25/2023

Dr. Wilks has an exceptional bedside manner.

03/20/2023

i liked the doctor

03/15/2023

Since my heart attack and bypass surgery they have been awsome took very good care of me

03/07/2023

I will recommend him to others

03/01/2023

A great doctor and nurse

02/28/2023

looking forward to having the staff be part of my medical team

02/24/2023

I felt I could trust Dr Wilks.

02/22/2023

Very good experience.

02/22/2023

I felt at ease with him.

01/31/2023

all good

01/31/2023

Very pleased

01/20/2023

I was taken seriously

01/19/2023

I had previous experience with this provider that is why I chose to use him again. I was extremely disappointed with him and his dismissive attitude.

01/19/2023

Dr Wilks is great

01/19/2023

I would recommend Dr. Wilks highly.
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