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Dr. James McKinney, MD

Dr. James McKinney, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. James McKinney, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Cookeville, TN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Seton Hall University in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as T.J. Samson Community Hospital and Cookeville Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

105 S Willow Ave Cookeville, TN 38501

Make an Appointment

(931) 526-9518

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. McKinney specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. McKinney's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McKinney

3.5

20 ratings, 9 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Judy P-F – Feb 06, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
1 person found this helpful
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Get a 2nd opinion and surgeonn! – May 06, 2021
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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1st knee revision bad! – Feb 16, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Susi Halas – Jul 01, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 26, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Judith Parsons-Flynn in Cookeville, TN – Jun 07, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
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Brian – Apr 18, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jane in Cookeville, TN – Feb 25, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
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Blaine in Gainesboro, TN – Jun 10, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James McKinney, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Cookeville, TN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Seton Hall University in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as T.J. Samson Community Hospital and Cookeville Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Seton Hall University

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Upper Cumberland Orthopedic Surgery105 S Willow Ave Cookeville, TN 38501
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Erlanger Bledsoe Hospital

    71 Wheelertown Ave
    Pikeville, TN 37367

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    98%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    16% higher than the national average

    97%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Cookeville Regional Medical Center

    1 Medical Center Blvd
    Cookeville, TN 38501
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • T.J. Samson Community Hospital

    1301 N Race St
    Glasgow, KY 42141

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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