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Robert E. Coles, MD
EmergeOrtho
Orthopedics, Joint Replacement, Sports Medicine
Jacksonville, Morehead City, Swansboro
4.8
540 Ratings
209 Comments
Dr. Robert Coles, M.D. is a graduate of Harvard University and of Duke University Medical School. A board-certified orthopedic surgeon, he received his orthopedic surgery training at Duke University Medical Center, where he was chief resident and assistant team physician for both Duke University and North Carolina Central University. Following his residency, he was a sports medicine fellow at the Orthopedic Specialty Hospital in Salt Lake City, where he worked with the U.S. Ski Team.
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4.8
540 Ratings
209 Comments
Dr. Robert Coles, M.D. is a graduate of Harvard University and of Duke University Medical School. A board-certified orthopedic surgeon, he received his orthopedic surgery training at Duke University Medical Center, where he was chief resident and assistant team physician for both Duke University and North Carolina Central University. Following his residency, he was a sports medicine fellow at the Orthopedic Specialty Hospital in Salt Lake City, where he worked with the U.S. Ski Team.
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Coastal Region: Morehead City - Orthopedics
3714 Guardian Avenue
Suite E
Morehead City, NC 28557
Suite E
Morehead City, NC 28557
Coastal Region: Swansboro - Orthopedics
775-2 West Corbett Avenue
Swansboro, NC 28584
Swansboro, NC 28584
Coastal Region: Jacksonville - 2145 Country Club Rd - Orthopedics
2145 Country Club Road
Suite 800
Jacksonville, NC 28546
Suite 800
Jacksonville, NC 28546
Dr. Robert Coles, M.D. is a graduate of Harvard University and of Duke University Medical School.
A board-certified orthopedic surgeon, he received his orthopedic surgery training at Duke University Medical Center, where he was chief resident and assistant team physician for both Duke University and North Carolina Central University. Following his residency, he was a sports medicine fellow at the Orthopedic Specialty Hospital in Salt Lake City, where he worked with the U.S. Ski Team.
Dr. Coles has a broad range of knowledge in all types of orthopedic problems, with a particular interest in sports medicine, MAKO robotic surgery, complex knee surgery, ligament reconstruction, shoulder arthroscopy and arthroplasty, hand surgery, and joint replacement. His expertise as an orthopedic surgeon includes arthroscopic, micro, and minimally invasive surgery.
Dr. Coles is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the North Carolina Orthopedic Association, and the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine and the Piedmont Orthopedic Society.
His passion for sports medicine has led him to serve as team physician for several local high schools. During his free time, he enjoys fishing and boating with his wife and two sons. He is also an instrument rated pilot and an FAA Aviation Medical Examiner.
Dr. Coles sees patients in Jacksonville, Morehead City, and Swansboro in the coastal region.
Education
Undergraduate: Harvard University
Medical School: Duke University School of Medicine
Residency: Duke University School of Medicine
Fellowship: The Orthopedic Specialty Hospital in Salt Lake City
Certifications
American Board of Orthopedic Surgery: Orthopedic Surgery and Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Associations
American Board of Orthopedic Surgery
Fellow, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery
North Carolina Orthopedic Association
American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine
Piedmont Orthopedic Society
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Great guy
Dr. Cole and his team have replaced my knees and a hip over the years. I recently have been seeing him for my pain in my left thumb. Today we decided to go ahead with the surgery. I trust Dr. Cole with his years of experience and my past track record with him.
Excellent Dr he explains everything that will be done.
I arrived 20 minutes early. I was called 40 minutes after my appointment time. I waited 20 minutes in the room before Dr Cole’s came in. Good point, I was very satisfied with the care I received from Dr Coles
Very good
Dr. Robert Coles was very patient and understanding with the pain that was in my left arm. He gave me injections upon three (3) office visits and my arm is feeling much better. He told me that if the pain comes back please don't hesitate to give him a call and he will be glad to treat me again.
Definitely not a Dr for geriatric patients,
Good doctor, easy to talk to explains everything
Great Doctor.
Dr Coles is a very qualified and attentive doctor and I've been his patient before. He explains issues thoroughly and provides all options.