James Kenneth Cole, MD
Spine Surgery
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- Community Physician Network, Orthopedic Specialty Care
- 555 East County Line Road, Suite 108, Greenwood, IN 46143
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- phone: 317-497-2130
- fax: 317-957-2730
- Community Physician Network, Orthopedic Specialty Care
- 2451 Intelliplex Drive, Suite 250, Shelbyville, IN 46176
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- phone: 317-395-5055
- fax: 317-975-2730
Expertise
Education
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Board CertificationSpine Surgery, P.S.C.
Fellowship, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2000Tulane University School of Medicine
Fellowship, Spine, 2000University of Kentucky Medical Center
Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery, 1999University of Kentucky Medical Center
Internship, General Surgery, 1995East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine
Medical School, Medicine, MD, 1994Ratings & Comments
4.9 of 5 stars
Provider Rating (175 reviews, 75 comments)All patient experience ratings and comments are submitted by Community Health Network patients through post-care surveys. Only surveys administered by Community Health Network are displayed and reviews are anonymous to ensure privacy. Not all reviews submitted from patients included a comment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/7/2024
I would give him 100 stars if I could. Patient, kind, and listens.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2024
He has a sense of humor. Is is nice. I trust him w my life cuz he really knows what he is doing. Professional and smart. And wonderful person ingeneral
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2024
He's excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2024
Dr. Cole was very nice and helpful with answering all my questions and advised what to do or not.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2024
Doctor was easy to communicate with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2023
He takes time to answer ALL your questions!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/1/2023
He explained that the next surgery on my back be really evasive and if he done that surgery in my leg still hurt I would be upset. The x-ray definitely showed problems with the hip right side.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2023
A very Thorough, caring physician who explains things about your situation in simple words. A GREAT doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2023
Could tell he was very considerate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/2/2023
Very detailed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2023
excellent care from the staff and Dr Cole
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2023
Such a caring excellent physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2023
Dr. Cole is one of the most patient doctors that I have ever worked with. He takes the time to explain the procedure and outcome as well as answer any questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/20/2023
Dr Cole is great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2023
He was very helpful and honest
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2023
He seem genuinely concerned about me and my recovery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/20/2023
He made me able to live life good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/22/2023
He's very patient, he does not rush . Dr Cole takes his time explaining and answering all my concerns. Great Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2023
He is very thorough, very nice, and great bedside manners. I really like him. I also like that he wears jeans and boots! Makes people feel more comfortable!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2023
Dr. James Cole is an excellent spinal surgeon and a compassionate doctor. I have been searching for years for someone to give me an answer on my health and he did. He is caring, concerned, and highly intelligent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2023
Dr. Cole has the sweetest bedside manner I've seen in years. Most doctors don't really take the time to really go in to detail explaining how he'd fix your problem and give you a percentage rate after your surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2023
Very knowledgeable in field. I believe he is a very good doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2023
Personable and listened to me. I feel confident about scheduling the surgery on my other hand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2023
Dr. Cole is patient. He explains issues thoroughly. He has a great bedside manner and sense of humor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/4/2023
I was extremely pleased with the care that he gave me. He was very knowledgeable and very patient and explained everything all my options including non surgical options. I am so extremely happy that I was referred to him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/4/2023
Kind caring physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2023
From the moment I walked in everyone was kind and professional. Never felt rushed. I left with answers and feeling like the hole team cared. Thanks
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2023
The only doctor I trust with my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2023
I highly recommend Dr. Cole. He always takes his time, listens, and has a sense of humor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2023
Dr. Cole LISTENS to me. He understands what I am going through and had taken great care of me!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2023
Dr Cole has done a lot for me and I can't thank him enough. He is not only great at what he does, has great bedside manner, but has the willingness to do whatever you need.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/9/2023
Dr Cole is very attentive and elicits my point of view before providing feedback.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/23/2023
Dr. Cole is a gifted surgeon and excellent provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2023
All I can say about Doctor Cole is a Great Doctor if I ever need to see him for another hand surgery I will only see him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2023
Best Doctor around for back problems. I was referred to him by another family member. I had severe spinal stenosis and was not able to walk but just a few steps. I traveled 2 hours away for my surgery in October and 3 months later I am pain free and living a normal life again. He is easy to talk to and explains everything so you can understand what he is going to do.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2023
Great listener and gives honest feedback; as well as an exceptional surgeon .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2023
Dr. Cole is really caring and is interested in my recovery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2022
Dr Cole is one of the best surgeons i’ve delt with in my 76 years. Took a pain level of 6 to 9, down to a maybe .+1/2. looking for a 0 in 6 months. highly recommended to anyone with severe back problem s.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2022
He's absolutely awesome😊
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2022
Told me the truth about my situation and that he referred me to a specialist who might be able to help
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2022
Took the time to explain my situation. Answered my questions and gave me information my previous information doctor didn’t
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2022
Fully trust his guidance & wisdom
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2022
Very caring doctor who was concerned about my needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2022
He is super easy to talk too
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/15/2022
Dr Cole not only helped the quality of my life tremendously with the surgery, but he has the best bedside manner a surgeon could have. I was blessed to be able to have Dr Cole do my surgery. I would go back to him if I ever needed to before anyone else.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2022
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2022
excellent patient car. very personable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2022
Dr. James Cole operated on my spine and as far as I can tell an outstanding job and took away all my pain that I had for 16 years. Thanks Dr. Cole.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2022
Dr. Cole is not only a great surgeon but a great Dr and person all around. He has very good bedside manner and I’ve been impressed the whole journey.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2022
CARING, CONCERN ABOUT ME, UNDERSTANDING, KIND, PATIENT, CONSIDERATE
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2022
Doctor Cole did excellent work. He was very professional explained everything clearly .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2022
Most definitely ❣️
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2022
Dr. Cole explained my surgery in detail prior to my actual surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2022
His concern and honesty about the possible surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/14/2022
I would highly recommend Dr Cole to anyone who needs orthopedic care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2022
He genuinely cares and answers all questions, big or small.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2022
I'm not sure I left fully informed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/4/2022
Best Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/4/2022
Exceptional Doctor. Very caring, very informative, very knowledgeable, I would not trust any other Doctor with my back issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/28/2022
Very compassionate and knowledgeable. Makes you feel at ease. He explained every well and even though nothing can be done for my mom, she was happy to know her stenosis not as bad as she thought
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2022
Dr. Cole is great! Thorough, personable, explains things in a way a patient can understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2022
I feel he was a honest and upfront guy but he needs to work on being a little more on time and not make people wait.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2022
He is very patient and takes the time to answer all questions. When I had surgery, he made me feel at ease
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2022
I already did above, but I will repeat it. Dr Cole has been there for me, as I have had issues with others where I have fallen through the cracks during my recovery journey, & no fault of Dr Cole's, he has done everything to help me get back on track, he has offered me any help I may need. He makes me feel like I'm his only patient while he's with me. He has helped me not only physically but emotionally. Dr Cole is wonderful. Thank you for everything Dr Cole, I really appreciate you & your time, it's something I will never forget.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2022
Dr. Cole was very helpful. My very first appointment with him he spent 45 minutes with me explaining the operation and what I could expect. The last surgeon I spoke with only spent five minutes with me. Dr. Cole showed me that he cared about me as a patient. I can thankfully say today I feel better than I have felt in years. In my opinion Dr. Colt is the best surgeon, and my hero.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/27/2021
Dr Cole was very professional and listened to me and gave me helpful feedback. That means a lot to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2021
His demeanor. He is down-to-earth, easy to talk to. Explains the problems in terms we can understand. And after the surgery...awesome.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2021
Wonderful Dr. So caring, we are so grateful to have him as my husband's surgeon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2021
He explained things to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2021
He was very caring and made feel like I am in good hands with him doing my upcoming surgery! So many times these days, doctors don’t seem to listen but he was extremely caring!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2021
He did what he said he would do
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/13/2021
Awesome care and bedside manner
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2021
He is very wonderful. He really listens and cares for his patients. He explains everything every well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2021
Dr. Cole is very thorough and detailed in explaining my issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2021
I trust Dr. Cole completely. I would not go to any other doctor for my issues concerning my bones.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2021
Highly recommend him!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2021
Very nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2021
Simply the best ever!!! Love Dr Cole!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2021
He was easy to talk to and he listened and understood my situation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2021
He listens to what you have to say and really wants to help.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2021
Was informative. Got me back on feet and pain free.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2021
Very informative and attentive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2021
So kind, considered and concerned about my problems and wanting to find out what is causing them. More so than any of the doctors I previously saw.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2021
Dr Cole is a caring position Takes time to tell me exactly what I need to be done. Answers all my concerns and the outcome of my procedure
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2021
Explained everything in great detail and made me feel comfortable with my decision.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2021
He takes good care of patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2021
Dr. Cole is the best. After meeting him and being in his care I doubt I would trust any other doctors with what he has done. And has planned in the future for my return to as normal as possible.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2021
He is Awesome, he will listen carefully to what I have to say & answer all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2021
He took the time to listen to me. Then he explained through the use of my mri and X-ray exactly why I’m experiencing these symptoms. He explained it in a way that I could understand.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/28/2021
Carrie is awesome! But Dr. Cole doesn't seem to caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2021
Doctor Cole was my third back doctor I saw, I appreciated his honestly and compassion about my condition. He has helped me manage my life after surgery and continues to motivate me moving forward.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2021
I never rate anyone at the top number (unless it's Jesus). As I mentioned in a previous note ... I would have liked to had a more detailed discussion with the doctor concerning my aftercare and what to expect (up front instead of myself asking weeks after surgery). I am physically worse after surgery than before. Pain level is better but my mobility and discomfort is "wearing me down".
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2021
Empathetic, concerned, caring and patient. Dr. Cole listened and provided a path through my pain, this gave me hope.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/4/2021
I think Dr. Cole is very attentive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2021
Takes time to explain the procedures that he has done. Never feel rushed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2021
He is caring, knowledgeable, and very willing to answer my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2021
just really like him and how he approached, was very helpful in understanding what was going on!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2021
Very professional an amazing stuff and a wonderful surgeon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2021
Very nice explaining what I need to get done with my back thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2021
He is a great listener, and I trust him. We have been through 3 surgeries together, and he always takes time to listen and give honest advice.