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Robert E. Coles, MD

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Orthopedics, Joint Replacement, Sports Medicine

Jacksonville, Morehead City, Swansboro

Most recent review: 6 days ago New
4.8
744 Ratings
296 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.

4.8
744 Ratings
296 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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Witty, efficient

(6 days ago) Sep-2026

Exceptional and knowledgeable orthopedic surgeon.

(1 week ago) Aug-2026

So sorry to learn of his retirement. He will be missed. Best wishes! Enjoy!

(1 week ago) Aug-2026

Just another Dr who has told me that the solution to my pain is losing weight. I have heard it my entire life, and have tried to lose weight my entire adult life but it is so incredibly difficult with PCOS. I came in to discuss options for the excruciating pain I have when I bend my knees and was told to ride a stationary bike to strengthen my quads—an exercise that consists entirely of bending my knees. Dr Cole said that if I am consistent I should see a difference in a year—meaning I have to suffer with this pain, while doing an activity that is repetitions of the motion that hurts. I completely understand being overweight doesn’t help, but that is not an issue I can fix overnight. I just can’t believe my answer was you’re overweight and you’ll have to suffer with this pain until you’re not. Like, wow what a revelation! Being smaller would hurt my joints less? I would never have thought of that!

(1 month ago) Aug-2026

Excellent care and spent time explaining my options

(1 month ago) Aug-2026

He made sure i understood what he was going to do. Waiting was not long. Nurse very nice to. Over all i would and will go back.

(1 month ago) Aug-2026

Dr Coles gave me his honest opinion in terms of potential diagnosis, but was willing to try a different treatment. Personable and understanding. I highly recommend him

(1 month ago) Aug-2026

Very good Dr takes time to talk to you

(1 month ago) Aug-2026

He’s the BEST. So glad I chose Dr. Coles!!

(1 month ago) Jul-2026

Dr Coles is engaging and straight to the point. This is an efficient office.

(1 month ago) Jul-2026
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