Summary

Dr. James Boffa is a surgeon specializing in surgery and trauma surgery with 38 years of experience in patient care. He earned his medical degree from Universidad De Guadalajara Centro Universitario De Ciencias De La Salud and completed his residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. Dr. Boffa is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Boffa practices across multiple locations throughout the Chicago area, including Skokie, Des Plaines, Glenview, Chicago, Evanston, Highland Park, and Arlington Heights. His expertise includes treating various types of hernias, such as ventral hernias, inguinal hernias, and sports hernias. He performs hernia repair procedures and skin lesion treatments. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.6
  • 38 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine
  • 3 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 10 hospital affiliations
  • 10 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. James Frank Boffa has 10 locations

Northshore Medical Group General Surgery

9650 Gross Point Rd Ste 3900Skokie, IL 60076
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Ascension Holy Family

100 N River RdDes Plaines, IL 60016

Glenbrook Hospital

2100 Pfingsten RdGlenview, IL 60026

Evanston Hospital

2650 Ridge AveEvanston, IL 60201

Amita Health Saint Francis Hospital

355 Ridge AveEvanston, IL 60202

Highland Park Hospital

777 Park Ave WHighland Park, IL 60035

Northwest Community Healthcare

800 W Central RdArlington Heights, IL 60005

Skokie Hospital

9600 Gross Point RdSkokie, IL 60076

Swedish Hospital

5140 N California AveChicago, IL 60625

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Skokie , ILDowners Grove , ILBarrington , ILGurnee , IL
Med School: Universidad De Guadalajara Centro Universitario De Ciencias De La Salud Med School: Alfaisal University Medical School Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences Med School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. James Frank Boffa has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Frank Boffa has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Gallbladder Surgery
  • Hernia
  • Other
  • Trauma Surgery
  • Wounds and Injuries

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Dr. James Frank Boffa holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Illinois College Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad De Guadalajara Centro Universitario De Ciencias De La Salud in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr. Boffa's NPI number is 1164433181.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What languages does Dr. James Boffa speak?
Dr. James Boffa speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. James Boffa's office located?
Dr. James Boffa's office is located at 9650 Gross Point Rd Ste 3900, Skokie, IL, 60076.
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