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Dr. Kenneth Cook, MD

Dr. Kenneth Cook, MD

Family Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Kenneth Cook, MD is a family medicine physician in Paducah, KY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital and Baptist Health Paducah. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

225 Medical Center Dr Paducah, KY 42003
Telehealth available
(270) 441-4144

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Cook specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Cook's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cook

3.5
16 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
63%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
38%
38%

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When I first contacted this office about my mom I thought all was going to go well. 3 weeks later my mom still does not have a referral. I have been put off due to being short staffed and people out, Being told I need to call the hospital we want the referral for and go through them (not the case because I started with them) and then finally told she needed to come back into the office to see the dr., why wasn't I told that 3 weeks ago? Due to changes I called back today to bump up appointment and was told she just needs to go to the ER, which she adamantly refuses to go to but she will go to Drs office. So instead of bumping up the appointment we just left as is because my mom refuses to go to the ER. So thank you for your great attention and caring for my mom. Whoever I spoke to seemed to care less. I am going to do everything I can to get her away from this Dr. I would give a 0 if I could.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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Dec 01, 2022
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Horrible!
I called to become a new patient. My mother-in-law recommended him because he is her doctor. The receptionist was very rude and rushed to hang up with me. I called back, thinking maybe there had been a misunderstanding because I'm autistic and get confused. So, I called back to clear that up and she claimed she was a different person and put me on hold and keeps putting me on hold. 3 times in a row, now. I've been on hold for 13 minutes now.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Hailey Long – May 28, 2022
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Kenneth G. Cook, M.D. has been my doctor for many years. He will refer me to specialists whenever necessary. I have had no trouble in getting appointments and do not have to wait but a few minutes to see him. His staff are courteous and helpful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Anna O. Jackson – Jul 01, 2021
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I've been a patient of Dr Cook for over 25 years. He has always taken the time to meet my needs and when he could, he would provide medicine samples. Those saved me hundreds of dollars!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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RickB – Apr 16, 2021
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Wait time is short and office staff are so friendly and professional . Dr. Cook spends time with you and answers all your questions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Sharon H. – Mar 18, 2021
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Dr Cook has been my doctor for 30 years. He is one of the best doctors I have ever been to and I have been to many. After an accident I was sent to multiple doctors in Tennessee and Kentucky by my insurance company and I have never had a doctor actually listen and care like Dr Cook.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
Helpful
Dave in KY – Aug 30, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Kenneth Cook, MD is a family medicine physician in Paducah, KY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mercy Health...read more

  • Family Medicine

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  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Lourdes Medical Pavilion LLC225 Medical Center Dr Paducah, KY 42003
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baptist Health Paducah

    2501 Kentucky Ave
    Paducah, KY 42003
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

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

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital

    1530 Lone Oak Rd
    Paducah, KY 42003
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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