Dr. James David Ward, MD

Our experience with this doctor was deeply disappointing, especially given that we specifically sought out a male pediatrician for our son — a choice that already limits our options significantly. From the moment we walked in, it was clear that he was not engaged. He seemed uninterested in his patients and showed very little warmth or patience — qualities that are essential in pediatric care. Our questions were met with brief, dismissive answers that left us feeling unheard and without the guidance we came for. What was most telling was that after the visit, our son — who had specifically requested a male doctor — came to us and asked to switch providers on his own. That says everything. The lack of follow-up has also been a consistent issue. We have sent multiple messages through the patient portal and have never received a single response. We have had wonderful experiences with other physicians at CHOP, which makes this experience stand out even more. Unfortunately, we cannot… recommend this doctor and have since moved on to a provider who actually seems to enjoy working with children.