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. 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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Dr Cole has great bedside manner he answered all my questions with concern
(5 days ago)
Mar-2026
Staff was friendly and knowledgeable
(6 days ago)
Mar-2026
He initially echoed er diagnosis that surgery was optional.
At he un casted what the er doc had applied only 48 hours earlier. He manipulated where my bones had fallen in place by hanging. Put it in a short, open thumb brace.
At end of appt. He said,”you are going to need surgery”
Follow-up appt. I was alone in closed door room. He tried to bully me. Told me without surgery my wrist would be permanently destroyed.
I don’t yet know its future.
If it needs to be surgically rebuilt, after I return home to Maine next week; it seems to me that he has taken from any chance of a natural healing I might have had. All he had to do was leave it alone in the er cast for a week.
I am more than a little upset. His demeanor is horrible. I watched him abusing the nurse.
He couldn’t accept my decision. Turned mid-sentence,& left me sitting alone.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
A very good surgeon!
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Excellent care, Very Happy with my total knee replacement progress ! Thank you Dr. Coles and staff !!!!
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Really great Dr
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Prompt, listened. Office also very efficient.
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
You were great
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Answered all questions
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Very impressed! Highly recommend Emerge Ortho!
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
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Coastal Region: Morehead City - Orthopedics
3714 Guardian Avenue Suite E Morehead City, NC 28557
Coastal Region: Swansboro - Orthopedics
775-2 West Corbett Avenue Swansboro, NC 28584
Coastal Region: Jacksonville - 2145 Country Club Rd - Orthopedics
2145 Country Club Road 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
Dr Cole has great bedside manner he answered all my questions with concern
Staff was friendly and knowledgeable
He initially echoed er diagnosis that surgery was optional. At he un casted what the er doc had applied only 48 hours earlier. He manipulated where my bones had fallen in place by hanging. Put it in a short, open thumb brace. At end of appt. He said,”you are going to need surgery” Follow-up appt. I was alone in closed door room. He tried to bully me. Told me without surgery my wrist would be permanently destroyed. I don’t yet know its future. If it needs to be surgically rebuilt, after I return home to Maine next week; it seems to me that he has taken from any chance of a natural healing I might have had. All he had to do was leave it alone in the er cast for a week. I am more than a little upset. His demeanor is horrible. I watched him abusing the nurse. He couldn’t accept my decision. Turned mid-sentence,& left me sitting alone.
A very good surgeon!
Excellent care, Very Happy with my total knee replacement progress ! Thank you Dr. Coles and staff !!!!
Really great Dr
Prompt, listened. Office also very efficient.
You were great
Answered all questions
Very impressed! Highly recommend Emerge Ortho!