Dr. James T. Boyd, MD

If you want the worst possible care, humiliation, and complete disregard for your life, this man and the team that he works with should be your choice. If you want treatment and value your life, look elsewhere.

One star is too many for James Boyd. There is absolutely nothing positive to say about him, as his treatment was unprofessional, rushed, careless and downright painful. He literally missed an intended injection site because of his carelessness, causing severe, unnecessary pain. He does not take the time to listen or offer any follow-through. In fact, his attitude was that I probably wouldn't get better anyway, so why bother finding the advanced care I needed? He initially lied about his alleged expertise, first claiming he had dealt with the lingual nerve damage issues I had, but then saying he had no experience in this area whatsoever! Nor did he bother to connect me with any other doctors who had the expertise necessary to help me--either in or outside UVMC. I was just left to rot. Adding insult to injury, Boyd falsified the medical report and exam record to make it seem as though there was no urgent or emergency situation--which was the only reason I had gone to see… him! Adding insult to injury, he padded the bill by adding a bogus general neurology exam which was not at all required, since I had specifically gone for what was supposed to be very specific, highly specialized care. Never once did he call to see how I was doing after the wasted appointment, and my calling to report that I had been hurt by his rapid-fire injections (Could you imagine getting six injections in your face within less than 90 seconds, with the rushing doctor repeatedly saying he was running late for his next appointment?). Boyd has no respect for patients who are older or on Medicaid, as I learned first-hand. This is a doctor who has zero compassion, does not care about patient well-being, does not see debilitating problems through, is beyond arrogant, and should not be practicing medicine. If you want a good neurologist who will take your problems and care seriously, stay far away from this man!

Dr. Boyd is knowledgeable and approachable. He like to be called JIM which breaks down barriers. One time when no orderly was available, he wheeled me in a wheel chair.He does whatever it takes to get the job done. He has been my Doctor of choice for over twenty years. D.P.A. M. Ed. (ret)

Wish all doctors were as kind and professional.

Dr. Boyd always listens to me he knows when my complaints of pain are serious and is very prompt in getting me the test and procedures needed to find comfort.(cervical disc fusion) He is very patient and explains everything you happen to be going through in understandable detail.