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James Scott Fitzgerald, DO

James Fitzgerald, DO

Internal Medicine, Primary Care

Provider Groups

  • Trinity Health Medical Group

Primary Contact

(616) 685-2100
Appointments (New Patients Welcome)
Provider Groups
  • Trinity Health Medical Group

Primary Contact
(616) 685-2100

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Internal Medicine
  • Primary Care

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Trinity Health Medical Group, Primary Care - East Paris

2144 E Paris Ave SE
Ste 200
Grand Rapids , MI 49546

View hours
Monday
7:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
7:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
7:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
7:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
7:00am - 5:00pm
Trinity Health Medical Group, Primary Care - East Paris

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About

Dr. Fitzgerald earned his medical degree from Midwestern University in Downers Grove, Illinois. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois.

"I work to provide effective, thorough, and efficient health care to my patients."

His clinical interests include preventative health education and outpatient internal medicine.

In his free time, Dr. Fitzgerald enjoys exercising, golfing, reading and spending time with his family and friends.

 

Insurances Accepted

  • Access Health HMO
  • Aetna HMO/PPO/POS
  • Aetna Michigan Preferred PPO
  • Aetna PPO
  • Align Senior Care/Ally Align HMO
  • Alliance Health and Life AHLIC PPO
  • Alliance Health and Life EPO/POS/PPO
  • ASR PPO
  • BCBSM
  • BCBSM Blue Preferred Plus BPP PPO
  • BCBSM Medicare Plus Blue PPO
  • BCBSM Premier PPO
  • Blue Care Network BCN HMO
  • Blue Care Network Behavioral Health
  • Blue Care Network MA HMO
  • Blue Care Network Preferred HMO
  • Blue Cross Complete BCC HMO
  • Cigna Covered under Priority Health PPO
  • Cofinity Advantage PPO
  • Cofinity PPO, Auto, Work Comp
  • First Health
  • HAP HMO
  • HAP HMO/PPO
  • HAP Preferred Inc HPI PPO
  • Humana HMO/PPO/PFFS
  • Humana PPO
  • Life Circles HMO [Muskegon]
  • Magellan Behavioral Health [Grand Rapids]
  • Meridian Health Plan of Michigan HMO [Closed to new patients]
  • Molina Healthcare of Michigan HMO
  • Multi-Plan/PHCS
  • NPPN PPO [Muskegon, Lakeshore]
  • Oceana Sheriff [Muskegon, Lakeshore]
  • Optum Health UBH Behavioral Health [Grand Rapids]
  • Oscar EPO
  • Priority Health HMO
  • Priority Health HMO/PPO
  • State Medicaid
  • Tricare Humana PPO
  • United Healthcare Community Plan HMO
  • United HealthCare Medicare PPO
  • United Healthcare PPO
  • Veteran’s Administration VA/CCN/Optum HMO
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Education & Certifications

Education

Residency:
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital

Medical School:
Midwestern University

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine

Provider Groups

Trinity Health 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 >

4.9 out of 5

(933 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.

235 Reviews

01/13/2025

great

12/12/2024

Excellent

12/10/2024

very satisfied

12/03/2024

Excellent doctor

11/12/2024

Knowledgeable, helpful and kind.

11/06/2024

Superb: repeat, superb.

11/04/2024

Very good examination, answers questions fully, kind and friendly

10/30/2024

So vey kind. Listens. In tune to my needs

10/29/2024

I am very happy with my provider!!!!

10/29/2024

Just that I am very lucky to have found Dr Fitzgerald as my primary care physician.

10/29/2024

Very personable, listened to my issues and honest.

10/28/2024

I felt relaxed and at ease.

10/24/2024

I love how Dr. James Fitz keeps up on the latest research in his patient care, quotes studies he pays attention to, relative to my medical needs, impressive and breeds confidence in my care and in him as my provider.

10/16/2024

I chose my provider based on my research and I like and trust him.

10/15/2024

This was the first time I had seen this provider. He was cheerful, had read some of my chart before coming in and listened to my explanation as to what was going on with symptoms.

10/02/2024

Great customer care

09/30/2024

Very personable and knowledgeable !!

09/25/2024

this provider listens and addresses my concerns

09/24/2024

Dr Fitzgerald is exceptional!

09/23/2024

Excellent

09/19/2024

special time set aside to discuss dietary concerns

09/18/2024

Overall a fun experience. :D

09/16/2024

Keep up the great work!

09/12/2024

Very nice clinic, well organized, and clean.

09/04/2024

Both answered my questions with full attention and explanation that I was able to understand all of it.

08/28/2024

Dr. Fitzgerald is a great doctor.

08/28/2024

The office is great

08/27/2024

My experience never felt rushed. He made me feel upbeat and confident.

08/27/2024

Overall everything went great! I received the care I needed.

08/19/2024

Keep up the good work

08/14/2024

Couldn't have better health care - top notch!!!!

08/13/2024

Always seems like time spent is a bit short

08/07/2024

Actual exam was abbreviated

08/05/2024

Doctor Fitzgerald is a great doctor. He takes time with you and listens, before giving you a common sense diagnosis and treatment. The best.

08/01/2024

Was very clear, did an excellent job

08/01/2024

I am very content with my healthcare I haven't had that in a long time

08/01/2024

very good experience

07/31/2024

He's A Good Doctor

07/30/2024

Exam not as thorough as should have been. I am healthy so exam was quick.

07/29/2024

Listened very carefully and responded to my concerns

07/23/2024

I have a lot of confidence with Dr. Fitzgerald.

07/23/2024

Everything great

07/17/2024

He listened and easily understood where I was coming from.

07/17/2024

Excellent

07/15/2024

Hasta ahora estoy muy contento con el servicio que e recibido gracias p!

07/01/2024

Dr. Fitzgerald has an excellent reputation and bedside manner

06/13/2024

I referred multiple patients of mine to him and I think that’s the best commentary I could give

06/10/2024

We ae both quite satisfied with this doctor and his staff.

06/03/2024

I'm always comfortable discussing health concerns with Dr. Fitzgerald -- he's easy to talk to and very attentive

05/16/2024

Thank you Dr Fitzgerald for providing me with exceptional care.

05/14/2024

Very kind, knowledgeable, and trustworthy.

05/14/2024

very professional

05/13/2024

Dr. Fitzgerald is fantastic, period.

05/09/2024

Excellent. Have no plans to change.

05/08/2024

Friendly , good listener and helpful advice

05/06/2024

Dr Fitzgerald was very attentive to my needs. Great doctor

05/01/2024

i always get great care from Dr Fitzgerald

04/25/2024

Great Job and will always trust your judgement and expertise !

04/23/2024

Dr. Fitzgerald diagnosed my problem correctly which did not happen the week before at this same office.

04/23/2024

We trust our provider and know that he is not above referring us to someone with issues that are not of his expertise.

04/18/2024

Dr. immediately responded and referred me to a specialist

04/17/2024

Just great

04/08/2024

Excellent experience. Thank you

04/02/2024

Always professional

03/28/2024

PROFESSIONAL, THOROUGH, CONCERNED

03/28/2024

He made the visit very pleasant.

03/27/2024

Could not ask for better staff or Doctor

03/27/2024

Dr Fitzgerald paid attention to our concerns

03/26/2024

Being able to relate to your physician was a big deal.

03/21/2024

Very good with his explanations to my questions.

03/21/2024

One of the best doctors I’ve seen

03/18/2024

Always very pleased with my doctor, his medical team and front desk staff

03/07/2024

Both Dr. Fitzgerald and Nurse went over and above in the amount of time they spent with me and in their thoroughness!

02/06/2024

He cares!

01/24/2024

I’m so thankful to have the doctor and the staff as my new providers

01/23/2024

Very thankful for Dr Fitzgerald. He was very caring and personal.

01/18/2024

My wife was present and appreciated his verbal interaction

01/18/2024

The first couple of times I saw this provider, the experience was fine. Unfortunately, the last couple of appts, it seemed like he was in the room with me about 2-3 mins., max. He seemed very rushed and in a hurry. I felt like a number or dollar sign, and actually asked my fiancé, afterwards, if maybe providers have a quota to meet. The reality is, I didn't really want to be there either, but it would have been a better experience if the provider would have slowed down enough to let me respond a little more and ask a few more questions. I understand, too, it may be a personality difference and I was there for just a quick check in the throat. However, I'm in healthcare too and it makes a world of difference to set a tone of care and compassion even though your goal may be to be in and out as quickly as possible.

01/15/2024

Keep up the good work

01/10/2024

Dr. Fitzgerald is the consummate medical professional. I’m grateful for his kind manner and thoughtful approach

01/09/2024

everything great

12/21/2023

Dr Fitzgerald is trustworthy and I feel that he genuinely cares about me as a patient

12/18/2023

Dr Fitzgerald is an excellent doctor.

12/12/2023

I am very excited to have found him . He's so easy to talk to and I have already told many others including family about him.

12/12/2023

Very excited that I found him

12/07/2023

I would recommend him to friends.

12/07/2023

A very convenient office location for my family. The building needs a readily useable directory.

12/05/2023

Dr. Fitzgeraldl is outstanding

12/05/2023

Dr. Fitzgerald and his team are wonderful in looking out for my overall health. Thank you!

11/30/2023

Comprehensive review of any questions or issues.

11/29/2023

He listened and provided the appropriate treatment

11/29/2023

Looking forward to working with Dr Fitzgerald & his staff

11/28/2023

I am a senior and have senior issues. Dr. Fitzgerald and Rebecca convey to me their intimate concern for my senior tensions and concerns.

11/27/2023

I appreciate being able to get in to a Dr very soon

11/21/2023

Excellent

11/20/2023

I like the fact that he took all the time needed to explain things to me

11/18/2023

Dr. Fitzgerald and Rebecca S. are an incredible team!

11/17/2023

I wouldn’t think of going anywhere else

11/17/2023

caring and sincere

11/10/2023

Relaxed atmosphere. Communicated well.

11/09/2023

Successful in alleviating pain with treatment

11/04/2023

Very kind and caring

11/02/2023

Very satisfied

11/01/2023

Dr Fitzgerald provided very good service and care. Listened well.

11/01/2023

handshake and eye contact gives a person good vibes at first contact

10/31/2023

Thorough monitoring of blood work.

10/29/2023

This was the first time seeing him, and he made me feel like he'd been my doctor for years!

10/27/2023

Again, the staff and doctor are great.

10/27/2023

Excellent!

10/24/2023

He provided excellent care in every respect.,making me feel confident and positive about my health.

10/16/2023

I just felt that the "complete physical" was anything but complete

10/13/2023

I would definitely recommend this provider to others.

10/12/2023

Great first impression and I am able to remember the interaction the day after.

10/11/2023

First impressions were good.

10/10/2023

A physical is a physical, not just listening to heart and lungs

10/09/2023

Excellent in all areas as it always is. Verysayisfied

10/05/2023

I would recommend this group to anyone

10/04/2023

Dr. Fitzgerald and his staff treat me with great respect and kindness. They are a wonderful team.

10/03/2023

I feel very confident being treated by Dr Fitzgerald and his staff

10/03/2023

excellent services . thanks you

09/30/2023

Dr Fitzgerald and staff are the best!!!

09/29/2023

I like Dr. Fitzgerald a lot

09/24/2023

Y’all the best..

09/22/2023

Totally satisfied.

09/20/2023

Always an enjoyable experience!

09/15/2023

Excellent in all regards!

09/15/2023

Very pleased with the quality of care received. In addition, any physician referrals I received have been top notch!

09/13/2023

I'm moving to Austin and will miss Dr Fitzgerald!

09/08/2023

Good listener, encouraging, has a sense of humor

09/07/2023

People make the difference. These folks are the best

09/06/2023

My first time - too early for opinion.

09/06/2023

I have explained in the past, how impressed I am with Dr Fitzgerald. He is a great asset to your company.

09/01/2023

Dr always try’s to find the answers

09/01/2023

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09/01/2023

I was very satisfied with my appointment

08/31/2023

He is great!

08/30/2023

Very organized and effecient

08/30/2023

I wont go anywhere else! Very very satisfied with the service and care!

08/30/2023

Provided a good recommendation for book on healthy lifestyle. Excellent!

08/30/2023

Take the time to research anything that you are unfamiliar with.

08/29/2023

Sr Fitzgerald is very thorough and easy to talk to. He picks up on the little things you say and works to find a treatment you are comfortable with

08/26/2023

James Fitzgerald is an excellent doctor and provides options for any problems.

08/26/2023

Ill continue visiting your clinic and recommend it to all my friends

08/25/2023

Love the Staff.

08/24/2023

Dr Fitzgerald has been great I have recommended two others to him as well

08/23/2023

Very knowledgeable

08/23/2023

Very confident experience

08/18/2023

Dr. Fitzgerald has a great bedside manner!

08/17/2023

Great staff

08/13/2023

Always a good experience --a little short this time

08/09/2023

I wish they would consistently mask.

08/06/2023

I have chosen a good practice for my care!

08/04/2023

Intelligence thoughtful kind

08/02/2023

Formally had dr. Van wormer who was great. Dr. Fitzgerald has more than filled his shoes.

08/01/2023

comfortable asking questions or for help with an issue

08/01/2023

he listens to you

07/28/2023

Always listens and discusses various approaches to my health status

07/28/2023

Dr Fitzgerald is a very caring, professional, who listens carefully and explains his diagnosis in a manner I can easily understand.

07/23/2023

Very happy, they care about there people in there care.

07/22/2023

Aways smiling

07/22/2023

Thank you.

07/10/2023

Due to having previously been in two bad accidents along with aging on top of the injuries from the accidents has caused me to deal with health problems that make life a lot more difficult. While I certainly wish things weren't as difficult as they are Dr. Fitzgerald has made a positive difference in my health & my life!

07/07/2023

Excellent

07/06/2023

Very courteous and never felt I was rushed.

07/04/2023

Very responsive to requests and questions

06/29/2023

Always a great experience!!!

06/27/2023

I feel very fortunate to have Dr. Fitzgerald as my primary care Physician.

06/24/2023

Attention to the patients needs and proper treatment ha been a trademark during all my appointments!

06/22/2023

He is great and friendly.

06/21/2023

Always made to feel valued

06/20/2023

More than anything my faith is important and I felt that there.

06/16/2023

Glad to have Dr. Fitzgerald as my physican.

06/14/2023

I am very lucky to have Dr Fitzgerald as my physician.

06/14/2023

They are the best

06/13/2023

The excellent care I receive at my doctor’s practice is excellent

06/07/2023

Looking for more interaction

06/04/2023

all very good

06/02/2023

Just a great visit both in experience and information gained to reach my health goals.

06/01/2023

I highly recommend Dr. Fitzgerald

06/01/2023

always easy to talk to and answers all my questions

05/31/2023

Listens and answers questions.

05/26/2023

Dr. Fitzgerald is a great Dr. You and I are lucky to have him.

05/23/2023

2 thumbs up

05/16/2023

Excellent service � � and thanks u so much

05/12/2023

An excellent communicator and advisor.

05/12/2023

Smooth quick

05/11/2023

I felt heard and that this iissue will be handled asap.

05/09/2023

Always treated like royalty like I was the most important person.

05/09/2023

Dr Fitzgerald always explains everything on your level. Shows he cares about my well being. Spends quality time. Always allows us to share our thoughts and feelings. A very caring and compassionate doctor

05/08/2023

Dr. Fitzgerald is attentive, listens well, continues to educate himself, and is a highly capable diagnostician. He is an excellent internist and primary care provider.

05/08/2023

Feel at ease

05/05/2023

I trust and respect him.

05/05/2023

Staff was excellent as always

05/02/2023

This provider is new to us. A good first get-acquainted experience.

04/25/2023

Wish I had more time to voice all m opinions about something that is becoming more and more dire to my life and day-to-day health

04/22/2023

excellent

04/21/2023

He listens and i never feel rushed

04/20/2023

I am very happy with Dr. Fitzgerald as my primary care provider.

04/11/2023

We were both very glad to find Dr Fitzgerald and his group.

04/11/2023

I trust my life with Dr. Fitzgerald and his care for me for my health !

04/10/2023

Do what you can to keep him around.

04/09/2023

Listened to my concerns

04/07/2023

Trusted

04/06/2023

He is nice and sympathetic.

04/06/2023

My husband & I love Dr. Fitzgerald and don't hesitate to highly recommend him! Thanks for your wonderful care of us!!!

04/04/2023

At 67 years old, I am very happy to have found Dr. Fitzgerald as my doctor extremely impressive young man

04/03/2023

Great person, very knowledgeable and caring.

04/02/2023

Have known him since 2017 when he took over for Dr. William Baer - easy transition.

04/02/2023

I love that he doesn’t throw pills at me. He comes up with sensible ways to fix my problems.

04/01/2023

Appeared genuinely interested in finding a solution to my problem

03/31/2023

Quick, efficient and complete with treatment .

03/30/2023

All good

03/28/2023

Very kind and considerate

03/23/2023

all good

03/23/2023

Dr Fitzgerald always answers our questions, explains everything to our understanding. He is proactive and always has our health at

03/23/2023

One of the best doctors I've had in my life

03/14/2023

Personable and knowledgeable

03/09/2023

We are very satisfied with our health care at Trinity Health

03/09/2023

Very helpful and didn't push anything on me.

03/07/2023

I am very comfortable when consulting with Dr Fitzgerald

03/06/2023

Dr. Fitzgerald sent me a message regarding my blood tests immediately. I didn‘t have to wait until the office visit to get that feedback.

03/06/2023

Excellent staff, professional, caring and compassionate.

03/05/2023

Wants to help and find your issues

03/04/2023

Very caring and positive concern with my health

03/03/2023

Very positive

02/25/2023

Nothing but positive!!!!

02/24/2023

Very good

02/24/2023

He takes good care of me. Answers my emails and he saw I had feel and made the closest apt I could get in my time frame. He had his nurse call me to see if I needed an earlier appt because of the fall. He really loves his patients!

02/23/2023

Definitely would highly recommend him to others

02/23/2023

Dr. Fitzgerald is a kind, caring, doctor who listens and helps his patients in their wellness.

02/10/2023

I have always been able to get an appointment in a reasonable amount of time.

02/10/2023

I'm very thankful to have Dr. Fitzgerald as my primary care doctor.

02/05/2023

So happy we found him upon moving to Grand Rapids

01/29/2023

Probably the best medical team I have ever had in my life.

01/21/2023

An excellent physician. Kind and thorough.
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