Dr. James Riley M.D.
Emergency Physician
2300 N Edward St Decatur IL, 62526About
Dr. James Riley practices Emergency Medicine in Decatur, IL. Dr. Riley assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. Emergency Medicine Physicians are trained to efficiently work with each patient and situation no matter how acute or life-threatening. Dr. Riley examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Northwestern Uniiversity 1975
Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine 1975
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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