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Robert E. Coles, MD
EmergeOrtho
Orthopedics, Joint Replacement, Sports Medicine
Jacksonville, Morehead City, Swansboro
4.8
462 Ratings
171 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
462 Ratings
171 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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Dr Cole's is a great doctor who cares about your health and recovery.
I have a follow up on the 27th I had a MRI today
Dr Coles was very nice and professional. He explained what was wrong with my knee and gave me some literature of what needs done.
He is a great Dr. Takes time to listen.
Very knowledgeable. Listens to patient.
Dr,Robert E. Coles is very professional respectful and cares about you as his patient hands down a great DOCTOR
Professional, polite, and informative. I was in on time, X-rayed, and consulted within 30 minutes. Well done.
He listened to what was going on, and helped me.
It appears that Dr. Cole's standards for patient health are not satisfactory. When unable to provide a conclusive response, he dismisses patients; furthermore, he disregards patients' wishes, although they are making decisions about their own bodies.
It shouldn’t matter if the pt smokes or not. It’s up to them if they want to heal quickly or slowly. Very rude and unprofessional in my opinion