James Figge, MD

4.8 out of 5 stars

413 ratings, 182 comments

LEE PHYSICIAN GROUP

Endocrinology

Accepting New Patients

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Locations

LPG Endocrinology - The Sanctuary

8960 Colonial Center Dr, Suite 202 Fort Myers, FL 33905

Fax: (239) 343-9681

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Phone number (239) 343-9646

Overview

Clinical Interests:

Acromegaly
Addison's Disease / Adrenal Insufficiency
Adrenal Cancer
Adrenal Nodules and Adrenal Disorders
Cushing's Syndrome
Thyroiditis
Diabetes
Elevated Prolactin
Follicular Thyroid Cancer

Languages Spoken:

English

Biography

Dr. Figge's journey into healthcare started when his father suffered a heart attack while he was in high school. Dr. Figge then developed a passion for biology and other sciences in his high school and college years. His college professors were very supportive and helped focus his interests, leading to an undergraduate research project at Mayo Clinic. When Dr. Figge attended Harvard Medical School, he wanted to apply his knowledge to make pioneering discoveries in medicine and to provide exceptional healthcare experiences for his patients by offering them cutting-edge diagnostic methods and treatments. This passion has guided Dr. Figge's journey throughout his career.

He is very passionate about endocrinology because this field provides him the opportunity to apply the latest scientific knowledge to yield a positive impact on the health of his patients and to improve the quality of their lives. The last decade in endocrinology has been fascinating, with significant advances in diagnosing and treating diabetes and thyroid conditions.

Dr. Figge was drawn to Southwest Florida because he attended medical meetings in the region, and his family vacationed here on several occasions. Dr. Figge is constantly amazed by the area's ambiance and enjoys meeting people in the community.

Meet the Doctor

Hello, I'm Dr. James Figge. I'm an endocrinologist at Lee Health. I grew up in Minnesota, and then I did my medical training in Boston. I did my internship residency and fellowship at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, and then I worked for many years in upstate New York in the Albany, New York area. I've been a practicing endocrinologist there for about 30-some years, and then we decided that it was time to look at another place. We were very interested in coming to Southwest Florida because in the past we had taken all of our kids here on vacations. We wanted to settle in a place where ultimately we might like to retire, but in the meantime, since I didn't really want to retire, I wanted to keep working. We thought Lee Health was a great place to join, and I'm very happy that we've joined Lee Health. My pathway to endocrinology was somewhat personal. When I was in high school, my father had a heart attack and ultimately passed. That did leave a big impression on me, and as I became more and more interested in medicine in college, I decided to look into a career where I might be able to help people reduce their risk of cardiac disease. I learned a lot about diabetes and endocrinology in college, and then I went to medical school and learned a lot more about it, and I realized that a lot of the problems with cardiovascular disease are actually metabolic, and diabetes for sure is one of the major risk factors for cardiac disease, so is high cholesterol. I became interested in this area, and I've done a lot of work in diabetes prevention, I've done a lot of work in thyroid disease, and now we can apply a lot of the things that we know about metabolism to helping people prevent the risk of cardiovascular disease. It came in a big circle from when I was very young to where we are right now. I've always liked water sports. I like to scuba dive and I like to swim, and so that's another reason I came here to southwest Florida, because I can do those things year-round. In upstate New York and Minnesota, it gets a little cold to scuba dive and swim. Then I like to play tennis, and one of the things I want to learn down here is pickleball. So I have never played pickleball before, but my son, who's a veterinarian, tells me it's great. My wife actually took it up, and so I'm planning to learn pickleball as well.

Education & Training

Medical School:

Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA

Internship(s):

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA

Residenc(ies):

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA

Fellowship(s):

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Board Certification(s):

American Board of Internal Medicine; Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

Patient Reviews

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4.8out of 5 stars

Explained Things Clearly
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Involved in Care Decisions
4.8out of 5 stars

Spent Enough Time
4.7out of 5 stars

Listened Carefully
4.8out of 5 stars

Showed Courtesy & Respect
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4.8 out of 5 (413 ratings, 182 comments)

Aug 30, 2024

Doctors knowledge of my medical condition was nice. Best specialist I’ve used to date.
Aug 21, 2024

Friendly yet professional
Aug 21, 2024

I feel as if someone finally acknowledges what I experience with my [ ] and encourages an approach that I prefer using diet and the [ ] to at least allow me to try to get things under control without more [ ]. So far, this is working out well on the [ ] and be ing able to see how foods affect me in real time. My [ ] is down. I feel better. The staff at his office are super. Everyone from the clinical manager, the RN dietician, and the office staff have been more than supportive.
Aug 21, 2024

De Figge and reception staff.
Aug 21, 2024

After being put in a room for 1 hr it would be nice to be checked on.
Aug 21, 2024

I felt that my visit with Dr Figge was great. He took time with me, reviewed my [ ]. He showed me every view and explained what he was seeing. I have had endocrinologists in the past and no one has ever done that
Aug 16, 2024

Dr Figge was do thorough and was not in a rush
Aug 14, 2024

I AM SOMEWHAT COMPUTER LITERATE, BUT YOU NEED TO IMPROVE YOUR PERFORMANCE and ABILITY TO HELP YOUR PATIENTS MUCH BETTER! THANK you.
Aug 12, 2024

I have met with dr Figge several times either in person or online. All my meetings have been excellent with Dr. Figge, he explains things well and suggest things and really knows what he’s talking about. I would highly recommend Dr. Figge for anyone who has [ ]. His staff in person have been wonderful as well. I just highly rate the whole office.
Aug 12, 2024

Dr. Figge was very through and professional, and a good listener. He made sure I understood what he was telling me. Looking forward to his coming to Cape Coral.
Aug 8, 2024

Dr Figge was great. First dr to pull all my scans and show me and discuss details with me. He was very thorough and took his time. Front desk was great.
Aug 5, 2024

Dr. Figge's communication skills are excellent!!!
Aug 3, 2024

Alex, ma, was very professional yet friendly and listened
Aug 2, 2024

Dr Figge is an excellent doctor who really cares about patients. He patiently answered all my questions and explained exactly what my condition was and his plan for my treatment. Please pass on my sincere appreciation to him.
Aug 2, 2024

Best dr and office staff!! His student Dr was extremely professional and brilliant!
Jul 29, 2024

Dr Figge is awesome
Jul 25, 2024

Dr Figge is the best doctor I have ever had!!!!!!
Jul 25, 2024

Dr Figge should be the person that trains all of your leave positions on the proper way to treat patients as well as the coworkers I have been to many other Lee Physicians and no one shows the same kind of Interest in making you understand your medications and conditions everyone else is just rushed and doesn't seem to even know your name
Jul 18, 2024

All were great
Jul 17, 2024

This was my first visit with this doctor. He and his nurse worked very well together and made me feel very comfortable. Looking forward to my next visit.

James Figge, MD

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Biography

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Fellowship(s):

Board Certification(s):

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