About Me
I specialize in sports medicine at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, where I provide care for injuries and medical conditions that affect a patient’s ability to be active throughout his or her lifetime.
I played football at The Ohio State University from 1989 to 1993, and the physicians who cared for me when I was a student-athlete inspired me to pursue a career in medicine. As a former athlete, I enjoy helping patients of all ages recover from injuries and return to the activities they enjoy. I see patients for acute sports injuries, overuse sports injuries and chronic musculoskeletal conditions.
I believe in working with patients to provide a comprehensive treatment plan for their individual health issues. I also enjoy helping people to remain active and healthy.
I love working in a place that provides a comprehensive, collaborative environment where everyone is dedicated to the personal health care of our patients.
When I’m not working I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling and running.
Highlights
- Ohio State Department of Athletics Head Team Physician
- Director, Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
- Best Doctors in America, 2017
- Fellow, American College of Sports Medicine
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Sports Medicine
- Ankle Injuries
- Foot Injuries
- Primary Care
- Knee Injuries
- Shoulder Pain
- Athletic Injuries
- Leg Injuries
- Brain Concussion
- Platelet-Rich Plasma
- Arm Injuries
- Soft Tissue Injuries
- Arthritis
- Sprains and Strains
- Hip Injuries
- Asthma, Exercise-Induced
- Athletic Performance
- Physical Endurance
- Back Injuries
Locations Where I Practice
2835 Fred Taylor Drive
Columbus, OH 43202
614-293-3600
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
St. George's University School of Medicine, West Indies
1/15/1996 - 4/24/1998
Medical School
Northeast Ohio Medical University, Rootstown, OH
8/1/1998 - 5/13/2000
Residency
Toledo Children's Hospital, Toledo, OH
7/1/2000 - 6/13/2003
Fellowship
Toledo Children's Hospital, Toledo, OH
7/1/2003 - 6/13/2004
Board Certifications
American Board of Family Medicine
7/11/2003
American Board of Family Medicine/Sports Medicine
7/10/2004
Academic Information
My Department
Family Medicine
My Division
Sports Medicine
Reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
305 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.8 out of 5
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Explains Things Carefully
4.8 out of 5
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Listens Carefully
4.8 out of 5
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Gives Understandable Instructions
4.8 out of 5
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Knows My Medical History
4.6 out of 5
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Shows Respect
4.8 out of 5
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Time Spent Together
4.7 out of 5
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 09/30/2022, Dr. Borchers has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office.
- U.S. Council for Athletes' Health
Dr. Borchers read my X-rays and took hardly any time to get to me with the results. I was very pleased with that since I like to know what is going on with my body as soon as possible.
Excellent
Everything was excellent.
He was extremely professional, nice and efficient
Same comment as the nurse........Professional, personable. Listens to concerns with an open mind, very helpful.
Insufficient time spent, incomplete answers to some questions.
Dr. Borcher is the BEST. He has provided me with an alternative to knee replacement and I so appreciate him.
Dr Borchers is very interested in you as person and provides exceptional care
He was very thorough and to the point
He is great
I love seeing him,because he makes me feel comfortable during each appointment. Love his chair side attitude.
Very prompt, courteous.
Dr Borchers is very knowledgeable and is a great provider.
Dr.is always very efficient. Can seem slightly 'by-the-book', doesn't waste time getting down to business. But I know he knows what he's doing. I trust him completely!!
Very good
The doctor seemed to take time and he set me up for an X-ray I walked down the hall got the X-ray then walked back to the room and he went over the results it was quick and efficient
My care provider he listened to what I said he's going to do everything he can to help me
Dr. Borchers is very good. He listens well to understand my pain and my desire to improve my health, and has done a good job explaining my options and the progressions that may be needed to regain my health.
He is nice, but not very talkative. Short answers.
Excellent knowledge, explanation, concern, super professional
He was brief and concise. Fellow was friendly, thorough, informative
Always shows compassion for me
The doctor was absolutely amazing and I cannot recommend him enough!
Excellent care.
Dr. Borchers does a great job
Personable and caring
He is fantastic
Though I have been going to Dr.James Borcher for many years, my medical experience with him and Dr. Emily Katafiasz has been awesome. I love their service. They take good care of my RT knee issues evey times without hesitation. And ensures my left knee does not have any issues as well. Job well done.
Dr. Borchers is very thorough in explaining what he is doing and what actions will be taken.
Knowledgeable and friendly
Dr. Borchers was very well mannered and friendly
Short wait time, very thorough, gave me options for next steps and made sure I agreed with them.
Dr. Borchers is so wonderful to talk with and talk with about my care. I truly trust his opinion and have recommended him to my family.
My doctor gave me 5 minutes at the most for my checkup and to answer my rather complex questions.
Extremely knowledgeable & friendly.
All great! Got me in quickly, receive results and injection saved day!! No provider has given me great service. Love Dr. Borchers. He is my hero!
All good
Dr. Borchers is the best! The injection went smoothly and without much pain.
The doctor is always nice.
Dr. Borchers Jr. was very nice. He seem to know it not my hip that's hurt.
Professional, sense of humor, active listener,
Dr. Borcher is a true gem, very professional, bright and has my best care in his treatment
He is an excellent Doctor!
All good.
Dr. Borchers Jr. is great.
She asked clear questions and listened to my answers.
Excellent care
Dr. Borchers is a great provider and I would and have recommended him to others. Unfortunately he is not taking on new patients.
Dr. Borchers is a wonderful doctor!
Dr. Borchers is outstanding!
Experience was great.
All good
Dr Borchers listens and makes a clear diagnosis and plan. I can count on him for excellent compassionate care.
Always polite, knows is Job well
Wish I could have seen my X-rays to know what the dr was talking about. Not sure about long term care for my injury
I have husband who is very ill. Dr. Borchers keeps tabs on his health as I can not leave him to be alone. Therefore I can not have the operation I require. He has tried the alternatives and has helped me tremendously! He's amazing!
Excellent care, asked questions, extremely friendly.
Dr. Borchers very accommodating listens well to my questions & concern!
He knows what he is doing and is very well read and knows what he is doing and how to handle care.l
Very good.
Professional and courteous.
Very good.
I personally felt like my pain levels we not taken seriously. He was very rough when touching my wrist to the point that I started crying. He Was not taking what I was saying seriously as if he thought I was lying about my symptoms and the amount of pain that I am in.
Dr. Borcher is the best and I would trust his opinion on any of my needs.
Friendly, knowledgeable and patient.
Great!
My problem was addressed and I was given care options
Very good, efficient and answered all questions.
Dr. Borchers has helped me immensely with my knees. I cannot say enough about the care I've been given. He's super asset for OSU.
Appointment felt rushed after getting x-Ray results back. I asked a few questions about my activity restrictions but didn't feel like It was adequately explained to me.
He recommended that I sew a hand wrist specialist
My doctor is very caring in examining my arm and explaining what is wrong it and what I needed to do next.
He has continued giving me shots in my knee, though I have sensed that it might not be his standard pattern as dancers usually find other, additional, ways of dealing with knees & other dancing issues.
Professional & excellent work.
He is totally awesome
Good
Dr. Borchers is always professional and takes time to answer questions.
Physician concerned, knowledgeable and helpful for my diagnosis and treatment.
He is so knowledgeable and kind. Couldn't ask for more.
Very knowledgeable & professional.
All good
Each of all my visits have been great and everyone is very patient and good to be around.
All good
Very knowledgeable; high confidence in him.
All good
No problems.
Did not do much for care
He was great. Always works with me to ensure the best care needed for me
He really knows his work.
Always professional, friendly and respectful of my concerns
Everything was great
Always a pleasure to see Dr. Borchers he asks about my family & always shows concern. Very good doctor.
Dr. Borchers is terrific! Always takes time to answer my questions and/or concerns. I highly respect him as a doctor and person.
Everything went great
Always on time, spends quality time.
Answered all my questions, appt. went quickly.
Dr. Borchers has taken great care of me over the years!!!
Caring, listened, asked for any questions, never rushed
Dr. Borchers was attentive and answered all questions professionally and at a level that was easily understandable.
No issues - All good.
Always very pleasant to work with
Great Doctor cares about me and my heakth
I love Dr. Borchers. He is a wonderful, caring doctor. He understands my low threshold to pain and always makes sure that I am comfortable and calm.
Dr. Borchers is great! Takes time to explain procedures, etc.
I've been at OSU for 26 years and I've never been with a physician so disinterested in my car. He questioned why Dr. Alexander even referred me to him. Made me feel I was wasting his time. He was impatient uninterested and dismissive.
My providers are all exceptional that is why I'm at OSU because of them.
He was gentle, on time, and had my prescriptions sent Into my local pharmacy.
Professional, courteous, personable, great listener and explains everything very well.
Dr. Borchers is outstanding, efficient and provides excellent care, information and follow-up. He is attentive to patient details and outcomes.
He was informative and concerned
Offered options for next steps to solve my current problem.
I have complete trust and faith in Dr. Borchers. Very personable and confident in what he recommends and how he treats problem.
Good experiences.
Very good!