Meet Dr. James Wheeler
Becoming a doctor was the first thing James Wheeler, M.D., thought about doing, when he realized that being a superhero was "out." In high school, his favorite subjects involved science and his favorite activity was service club. In undergraduate school at Lipscomb University, Dr. Wheeler continued to participate in school and church activities focused on serving the needs of others. The path of a pediatrician became the clear choice as he grew older and entered formal medical training at Vanderbilt University for Medical School. The natural bond and empathy that comes from working with children made the allure of other fields of medicine pale in comparison.
In the summer of 1994, Dr. Wheeler started seeing children in Bedford and has been blessed to have the same practice since that time. The privilege of seeing kids from the day they were born (literally in many cases) until graduating from high school is an honor he never grows tired of.
Dr. Wheeler's wife, Lisa, has been a wonderful support on the home front. Their 3 adult daughters continue to make them very proud, after being the best source of educational anecdotes for which he could ever have asked. He always hopes sharing his challenges as a parent will help other parents avoid or overcome pitfalls in their child-rearing journey. The other male in the house, their French bulldog, Obadiah Juan, "Obi" for short, is the newest addition to the family and is the perfect de-stressor after a long day in the office.
Travel to anything "Disney" and playing games, like Magic the Gathering (which he has been playing longer than many of his opponents have been alive), take up lots of leisure time, but just being with family helps most in preparing for the next work day.
Services
- Acute illnesses
- ADHD management
- Chronic condition management
- Developmental problems
- Disease prevention
- Flu shots
- Hearing screens
- Injury treatment
- Obesity and weight management
- Vision screens
- Patient and parent education
- School and sports physicals
- Vaccines and immunizations
- Well checks
Reviews
Average rating:
Questions were addressed |
4.9
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Provider explained things clearly |
4.8
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Likelihood of recommending this provider |
4.8
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Trust/confidence in physicians |
4.8
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What our families say
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May 15, 2024
Very nice and listened to any of our concerns. Very good with the baby
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March 27, 2024
Dr.Wheeler is very kind
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March 15, 2024
I absolutely love Dr. Wheeler so happy we found him!
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March 06, 2024
Dr. Wheeler is the best!
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February 29, 2024
Dr. Wheeler is always amazing, and treats our son like his own child. I missed her name, but the lady who collected my fees upon discharge was really nice, and she expressed her emapthy to my child after he received his immunizations during this visit; she also gave him two lollipops for his two shots. Her behavior was great, and much appreciated by my child and myself.
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February 22, 2024
The entire staff is great and very kind
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February 22, 2024
Dr. Wheeler is incredible!
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February 22, 2024
Gives great medical advice, genuinely cares about my son, answers any questions I have.
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February 22, 2024
Dr Wheeler.
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February 07, 2024
Great Dr with great bedside manner
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February 07, 2024
Dr Wheeler
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February 03, 2024
Dr wheeler for always listening and being patient
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January 24, 2024
We love Dr Wheeler
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January 19, 2024
NA
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January 19, 2024
Dr James wheeler has been my son's doctor for 7 1/2 years and he is great!
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January 18, 2024
Ev go well
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January 17, 2024
Dr. Wheeler is great! He eased my nerves about my babies reflux and had a firm plan to work towards finding a solution
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January 17, 2024
Dr. Wheeler is the best
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January 15, 2024
Dr wheeler was incredibly friendly and seemed great at his job.
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January 13, 2024
Every person we had interaction with that day from the initial phone call, all the way through the visit was wonderful!
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January 13, 2024
Dr.Wheeler is the best! He gives sound advice, does not rush the appointment, and cares for our daughter!
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January 12, 2024
Dr wheeler and Glenda
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January 11, 2024
Everything went very well.
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January 11, 2024
The whole staff has been wonderful for 27 years!
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January 09, 2024
Wheeler listens, explains things well, and his one on one bed side manner with my kids is the best there is. He always makes my kids feel at ease. They love going to the doctor
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January 09, 2024
Dr. Wheeler is amazing. There is a reason I recommend him to any of my friends or family and a reason we've been with him only for 17 years now.
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January 03, 2024
Dr Wheeler is not our usual Dr but did a fantastic job, also the lady who did our check out was very nice very bubbly
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December 21, 2023
Dr Wheeler is the best!
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December 17, 2023
Joe Ann MA is the best! She is professional and very proficient at her job. She always makes my child feel comfortable while in the office. We love her!
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December 16, 2023
Dr. Wheeler has been wonderful. Dr. Wheeler was compassionate during a very difficult time for my family. He's a great doctor.
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December 07, 2023
Dr wheeler has always been an amazing doctor and so good to both of my kids.
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November 30, 2023
Dr. Wheeler has always been great!
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November 15, 2023
I always feel like Dr Wheeler and the rest of their staff take their time to hear our concerns and answer any questions. I never feel like we are rushed to get in and out.
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October 19, 2023
Dr Wheeler is a great doctor
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October 18, 2023
All good. Dr wheeler is such an amazing provider and gives us the attention we need and truly listens to us.
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October 18, 2023
Ida is always kind listens and helps me when I have a comment or concerns. Brandi always greets me with a smile and shows we care and matter. Joann is always caring and listens to us and our concerns.
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October 15, 2023
Always professional and caring
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October 15, 2023
This is (patient's) last year with Dr. Wheeler and if it were up to him he would have him as his doctor for a lifetime.
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October 09, 2023
We love Dr. Wheeler! Always informative and takes good care of our son.
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September 30, 2023
Sad to leave this office after 22 years! Dr Wheeler and the nurses are always available. My youngest is 18 now so we have to move on unfortunately. I know the service is not as good in the adult world.
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September 15, 2023
Dr. Wheeler is very professional, my daughter does not stay still, but he manages to get her to cooperate. He is very knowledgeable and is always very kind with my child and very informative with us.
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August 23, 2023
Nurse was kind and patient. Demeanor was positive and reassuring.
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August 22, 2023
Dr Wheeler is so patient, kind and explains things very thoroughly. The kids love him
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August 22, 2023
We just love Dr Wheeler
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August 15, 2023
Dr. Wheeler is great. He takes time to listen to us, even about things that are going well. He always has good advice about kids and what is coming up in their future.
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August 09, 2023
Dr Wheeler is just the best and all the staff at his office is always kind and professional.
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August 04, 2023
Dr Wheeler is awesome! He has taken care of both of my boys and informs us everything we need to know.
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July 29, 2023
I love that Dr Wheeler takes time with us. We never feel rushed and we can always ask all of our questions.
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July 19, 2023
Dr Wheeler and his nurses, Allison and Brenda.
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July 19, 2023
Dr. Wheeler has always been great. My children love him and he always makes them at ease. Love that he continues to ask about my nieces and family that have seen him throughout the years. Truly means he cares.
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July 12, 2023
Dr Wheeler is exceptional. His care, sensitivity and attentiveness towards my daughter is unmatched. He's the best!
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June 20, 2023
Both of my children have seen Dr. Wheeler until they turned 18. I can honestly say that I love and admire him. We've been so blessedTo have him in our family's lives.
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June 09, 2023
Dr James Wheeler is the best.
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June 06, 2023
Everyone was courteous and caring. They also were respectful of our time- getting us in and out smoothly.
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June 03, 2023
Staff very friendly showed a lot of care for my son.
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May 24, 2023
Dr. Wheeler was very attentive and knowledgeable and addressed all of our concerns
Education
- Medical School:
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN
- Board Certifications:
- American Board of Pediatrics
Affiliations
- Cook Children's Physician Network
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