Meet Dr. James Higgins
Dr. Higgins is a board-certified pediatric gastroenterologist at his 29th year of practice. He is committed to compassionate, high-quality care with an emphasis on healthy lifestyles for the entire family.
Board-certified in pediatric gastroenterology by the American Board of Pediatrics and a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society, Dr. Higgins holds licensure in the state of Texas.
He completed his residency in pediatrics at Texas Tech University in Lubbock, where he was Chief Resident of Pediatrics in 1990. He became interested in gastrointestinal disorders during his first year of residency. He completed a fellowship in pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, and nutrition at Children's Hospital Medical Center in Cincinnati. He returned to Lubbock in 1994 where he established the first Pediatric Gastroenterology service in the region.
Dr. Higgins and his wife Karen have been married for 39 years. They enjoy traveling and spending time with their three married daughters and five grandchildren. They are also active church members with a passion for ministry to college students.
Dr. Higgins is an avid runner having completed 68 full marathons, including one in each of the 50 states. He enjoys staying active, hiking, trail running and can be found exploring Palo Duro Canyon in Amarillo, Tx whenever the opportunity arises.
Services
- Pediatric gastroenterology
- Consultations
Reviews
Average rating:
Questions were addressed |
4.7
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Provider explained things clearly |
4.7
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Likelihood of recommending this provider |
4.8
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Trust/confidence in physicians |
4.7
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What our families say
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February 06, 2025
The nurse tech that called us back was good and nice. No words can explain how great full we are to see them help us out. We traveled so he mentioned about the hotel for next time.
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February 06, 2025
Dr Higgins was amazing, very helpful and understanding and listened to us and explain what he can do to help get answers what's going on with our child.
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February 06, 2025
Dr Higgins was amazing and listened to my concerns and is helping me find a solution for my grandson
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February 06, 2025
Everything was easy and awesome!!
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February 01, 2025
Front desk staff was polite and friendly. Nurse was also very pleasant.
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January 24, 2025
Everytime we have seen Dr. Higgins have been treated kindly & leave with our questions answered & feeling better than when we went into the appointment.
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January 24, 2025
All of Dr. Higgins staff was wonderful.
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January 08, 2025
Everything was really good
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January 08, 2025
Dr. Higgins is amazing my daughter is very shy with letting exams happen and she didn't fight as hard as she normally does
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December 31, 2024
Very excellent
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December 31, 2024
All them were excellent
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December 31, 2024
Front desk lady was amazing and caring at check in
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December 22, 2024
He was friendly, knowledgeable, and informative.
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December 21, 2024
Great caring doctor.
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December 21, 2024
Dr Higgins is a great doctor.
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December 21, 2024
Always good fast experience. Listens well and is always concerned about my son's health
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December 17, 2024
Absolutely love Dr. Higgins
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December 15, 2024
The overall experience was good. Quick and efficient care.
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December 15, 2024
Dr. Higgins was very friendly and direct. We appreciated his honesty and willingness to continue testing to see if anyone answer can be found for the [...] issues.
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December 12, 2024
Great experience
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December 12, 2024
All staff was very friendly
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December 07, 2024
Dr. Higgins was phenomenal. He took the time to listen thoroughly to all the past issues we've been experiencing. The front desk staff member was amazing-super friendly, helpful, and very informative. The nurse who came in to take [...] vitals was awesome as well. Overall, it was a very impressive setup. Everyone was incredibly friendly, and the service provided by the staff was outstanding.
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November 12, 2024
Dr. Higgins explained and expressed very well.
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October 27, 2024
The staff was very quick and courteous. Dr. Higgins was kind and explained things very well. We had a great experience.
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October 23, 2024
The doctor gave clear and concise instructions to my teen which my child appreciated and this was more likely to follow instructions. Perfect patient/doctor relationship. Mom approved.
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October 10, 2024
Great
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October 02, 2024
Front desk staff was very nice and professional.
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September 28, 2024
Am very satisfied with the attention they gave us
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September 28, 2024
Everyone that attend [...] were very nice people
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September 27, 2024
Everyone we came into contact with was exceptional!
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September 19, 2024
I glad with the information we got .
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September 19, 2024
I was very happy with the doctor my grandson was relieved that he can get better.
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September 13, 2024
My son loves Dr. Higgins. Dr. Higgins has always showed great expertise and care with him. Understands his other medical issues and instructs my son on what he needs to do on my sons level. Dr. Higgins is very thorough. Explains to me very well what to do. The nurses and staff are awesome! They provide great support and care. Wouldn't change anything. High compliments for everyone's professionalism, care and knowledge.
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September 13, 2024
Everything went well. The staff understands my sons conditions. Show great support to the entire family not just the patient. My son has a [...] sister that has accompanied us and she thinks Dr. Higgins and staff are very good as well.
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August 30, 2024
Small to no wait time. Dr Higgins was prepared and answered questions and showed empathy when my kiddo showed fear and then relief with good results
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August 18, 2024
Appreciated Dr Higgins and his interpretation of the teenage language as well as the way he involved my daughter in dialogue about her health.
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August 15, 2024
My child was nervous about putting a gown on and the guy was super patient with her.
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August 15, 2024
The whole practice was wonderful.
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August 13, 2024
Dr Higgins is very knowledgeable and easy to talk to,great bedside manner.
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July 26, 2024
Being 16 my child was still terrified of going to doctor and the unknown. But Dr. Higgins was so relaxed and easy to talk to he quickly eased her fears.
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July 18, 2024
The nurse and Dr, were VERY nice and listed to exactly what I was talking about concerning my daughter. The Dr was typing everything I was talking about into her chart information, the reasons we were seeing the Specialist Dr. The checkin staff was very nice, very quick and thorough, smiling and made my anxiety about seeing a specialist diminish.
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July 11, 2024
Dr. Higgins is very caring and very nice. Easy to talk to.
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July 11, 2024
Great visit.
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June 22, 2024
Very professional and informative on my son's condition.
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June 07, 2024
Had a great experience, Dr explained everything and eased our concerns.
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June 05, 2024
Dr Higgins and his staff are the best! Welcoming & great people.
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May 24, 2024
The appointment was thorough and didn't seem rushed. Dr. Higgins took the time and listened.
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May 18, 2024
Amazing physician and staff
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May 10, 2024
I really liked the doctor we seen he was super nice and made sure we knew everything. Loved the lady that checked us in she was very sweet.
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May 01, 2024
It was all good. We were impressed.
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April 25, 2024
All staff was friendly and helpful.
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April 14, 2024
Everything was good about the appointment
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April 12, 2024
My daughter loves Dr Higgins, she said he is the best doctor ever!
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April 10, 2024
Dr Higgins was very good in making my son feel comfortable in a uncomfortable situation
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March 26, 2024
Dr. Higgins has been an incredible resource for our family. He consistently goes above and beyond to take care of our daughter. I wish all doctors were even half as attentive as he is. We're beyond grateful for him and his team.
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March 05, 2024
Thank you very much! Everyone is so friendly and I am very thankful you are in this area to care for us when we need you. The doctor, nurse & front desk staff are professional and very thorough.
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March 05, 2024
My son experience was beyond my belief. Wait time in both the waiting room and the exam room was short.
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March 01, 2024
Amazing experience
Education
- Medical School:
- Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine, Lubbock, Texas (1984-1988)
- Residency:
- University Medical Center, Lubbock, Texas (1988-1991)
- Fellowship:
- Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio (1991-1994)
- Board Certifications:
- American Board of Pediatrics
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
Affiliations
- Cook Children's Physician Network
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