Dr. James F. Cantorna, MD | Munster, IN | Internal Medicine

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Dr. James Cantorna is an internal medicine and pediatrics physician who graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine. With 35 years of experience in healthcare, he provides comprehensive care for patients across age groups, treating both adult and pediatric conditions. Dr. Cantorna is fluent in both Spanish and English, enabling him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Cantorna practices at multiple Franciscan Health locations throughout Indiana, including facilities in Munster, Dyer, and Crown Point, as well as Community Hospital. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps, joint pain, and mobility issues like limping. His practice includes procedures like colonoscopy for digestive health screening, and he incorporates physical therapy and strength training approaches into patient treatment plans. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 on Vitals.

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3.5

21 Ratings
35 years of experience
speaks Spanish, English
University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
9 written reviews
2 specialties
8 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
4 hospital affiliations
5 office locations
Male

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Very much appreciated Dr. Cantornas' professionalism, caring and collaborative bedside manner. Great communication of care plan with me.

June 29th, 2022

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This man had turned my life upside down. He is not right in his head. Arrogant is what some of the other reviews had said and that’s to say the least. He definitely needs his license revoked and he is a big coward! When I HAD to go to a recheck appointment with him because I had no time to change my daughters insurance he was a coward and wouldn’t even look my fiancé in the eye after the false accusations he accused him of! If he was ANY kind of a man/doctor he would have been sympathetic and apologized for everything he put us through. He truly is a sociopath.

March 14th, 2019

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I've been seeing Dr.Cantorna since the 90's, definitely a 4 out 5 star doctor,5 being a celebrity or pro-sports doctor qualified in excelled progressive medicine,Dr.Cantorna is no less than 4 stars out of 5.

September 22nd, 2016

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Yes I'm over weight my diabetic doctor recommend me to see him.I was telling him about my problems he didn't listen. He would not even let me finish talking.Came in said all these problems "you just need to lose weight" look I know I'm fat I came to see you for help with other problems that I need help with and you just say that. And recommend surgery. I felt very uncomfortable telling him stuff and having another person just randomly walk in and sit down and listen. It was a waste of my money to see him. I'm so mad and don't know what to do. I still have problems and no good doctor. . I needed his help and I felt like i didnt matter and I was a waste of time . But he made money off me. That's all I was.

December 9th, 2015

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TOO AROGANT TO BE A DOCTOR!!!

March 27th, 2014

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I agree with the person who said he was arrogant. It's like he tells you something and heaven forbid you question him about it. I also feel that he diagnoses on a hunch. And that what I tell him doesn't matter because I'm an idiot. But I have to say, the office staff are rude also. I have witnessed them talk about a patient after the patient has left the office. So unprofessional.

April 7th, 2010

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DR CANTORNA TREATED MY NEWBORN WITH REGLEN!!!! THIS HAPPENS TO BE A VERY DANGEROUS DRUG THAT ISNT EVEN FDA APPROVED FOR USE IN INFANTS AND SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN USED TO TREAT WHAT HE THOUGHT WAS ACID REFLEX, WITHOUT MY CONSENT!!!!! I WOULD RECOMMEND TO HAVE HIS LICENSE REVOKED. DO NOT USE THIS DOCTOR!!!

March 17th, 2010

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Don't be afraid to ask questions. It takes a moment to get used to his personality, but my whole family (two adults & one child) have respect for Dr. Cantorna. He's been excellent with son since birth. He may give quick answers, but if you don't agree, tell him why. I've seenhim give much more detailed responses...and change his mind while discussing specific issues with us.

April 13th, 2009

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This doctor is VERY impersonal. After going to him for a year, my opinion has only gotten worse. THE worst bedside manners. No personality. Hardly any interaction. I swear he is part Zombie. SAVE YOURSELF THE TIME!

August 21st, 2008

Franciscan Medical Specialists

761 45th St Ste 123Munster, IN 46321

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

Franciscan Health Dyer

24 Joliet StDyer, IN 46311

Tel: (219) 865-2141

Franciscan Health Munster

701 Superior AveMunster, IN 46321

Tel: (219) 922-4200

Community Hospital

901 Macarthur BlvdMunster, IN 46321

Tel: (219) 836-1600

Franciscan Health Crown Point

12750 Saint Francis DrCrown Point, IN 46307

Tel: (219) 738-2100


Dr. James Flynn Cantorna, MD	Dr. Gretel Ruiz-Jorge, MD	Dr. Kyra Payne, MD	Dr. Bonnie Tse, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine

3.5 (21 Ratings)	3.3 (3 Ratings)	3.7 (3 Ratings)	3.7 (3 Ratings)
35 Years of Experience			17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Munster , IN	Chicago , IL	Chicago , IL	Chicago , IL
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine		Med School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science	Med School: Medical College of Wisconsin
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EDUCATION & TRAINING

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University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1991

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Which hospitals is Dr. James Cantorna affiliated with?: Dr. James Cantorna is affiliated with Franciscan Health Dyer, Franciscan Health Munster, Community Hospital, and Franciscan Health Crown Point.
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Where is Dr. James Cantorna's office located?: Dr. James Cantorna's office is located at 761 45th St Ste 123, Munster, IN, 46321.

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