Dr. James Cochran, MD
Urology*
50+ years of experience
Dr. James Cochran, MD is a urologist in Dallas, TX and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 1970. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Medical City Dallas and Bsa Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
4.1 Star Rating
Based on 57 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (57 reviews)
Urology Clinics of North Texas - Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas Office
8230 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 700 Dallas, TX 75231Make an Appointment
Dr. Cochran is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology
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Dr. Cochran's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cochran
4.1
57 ratings, 29 with a written review
| 5 star | 70% | 70% |
| 4 star | 9% | 9% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 21% | 21% |
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Excellent Urologist!
What went well
- I felt respected
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Richard G. – Jun 05, 2023
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Dr. Cochran will be missed very much!
What went well
- I felt respected
- 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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May 11, 2023
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Lewis R
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
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May 05, 2023
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Unfortunately Dr Cochran has Retired.
What went well
- I felt respected
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 04, 2023
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Excellent communications. Listened.
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What could be improved
No results
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May 03, 2023
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Excellent doctor. Definitely one of the best.
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May 03, 2023
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Dr. Cochran is surrounded my loyal and supportive staff, especially Anthony. Dr. Cochran is interested in my well being and always ends our appointment with, "If you need me, call me." For three (3) decades, I have done just that.
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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Robert Martin – Jan 23, 2021
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On time, folk that answer the phone are pleasant and listen carefully.
Dr. Cochran presents a current and compassionate view of my health at every appointment. His positive approach to improving my well-being is refreshing. His last words are ,"if you need me, call me" and I do just that..
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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Robert P Martin – Jan 09, 2021
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Dr Cochrane is terrific! Welcoming, friendly, affable, and (most importantly) attentive to his patients and their issues and needs.
Staff here is awesome, especially Anthony. They have long-time team members so you get to know them over the years.
Could not more highly recommend this practice and especially Dr Cochrane!
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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JM – Dec 14, 2019
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Dr. Cochran is a thorough, gifted physician and a wonderful human being. My issue was prostate cancer, and he's been wonderful all the way to "was prostate cancer."
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
1 other person found this helpful
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William R. – Dec 13, 2019
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I would recommend Dr. Cochran to anyone.He has been great for me .He's been my Doctor since 2003 .
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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Garry – Nov 21, 2019
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It has been my experience that Dr. Cockran has expertise & genuine concern in the diagnosing and treatment of prostate cancer& other urinary problems.
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
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G.L.M.; TX – Sep 19, 2019
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Very professional, clear in his explanations and answered every question I had. Read all exams I had taken to me to ensure ai understood them and was comfortable.
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
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GH in Dallas, TX – Jul 09, 2019
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As usual the staff and Dr. Cochran are all so wonderful, while at the same time professional. Always treated like a VIP whenever I walk through the door. Highly recommend this practice and this Dr., James Cochran is nothing short of the best while being a true gentleman.
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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JS in Winnsboro, TX – Jun 03, 2019
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Knowledge as how to take care of me over the years have made him for me an indispensable and trustfull Urology, by keeping me to be at my edge (85). Beside, always with his friendly smile, gives the most confidence that a Dr. can offer to a patient.
Thank You
What went well
- 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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Simon Marcus in Dallas, TX – Jun 01, 2019
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Dr, Cochran is a straight shooter, knowledgeable and easy to deal with. I especially like that he didn't push for surgery before it was needed.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Tom W in Richardson, TX – Oct 02, 2018
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He is very easy to talk to and very well versed in todays medicines and proceedures.
Dr Cochran put me at ease and took time to discuss my questions to a full measure.
I recommend him in the highest to anyone who needs a Urologist.
Sincerely,
Harry Strunc
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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Harry Strunc in Ennis – Dec 28, 2017
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This was my first time to visit Dr. Cochran and I felt like I had known him forever. He took care of me and I was out the door. I will recommend him to anyone who needs a Urologist!!!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Linda Smith in McKinney, TX – Dec 28, 2017
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Dr Cochran is a caring, straight talking, no bs kind of Urologist everyone should have. His HIFU prostate cancer procedure on me last year was a game changer in my life and I am forever greatful for his leading edge knowledge. I have recommended him to others and will continue to do so - a great Urologist and an even better friend!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Steve Griffith in New Castle, CO – Dec 02, 2017
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Dr. Cochran treated me with respect and dignity and was very knowledgeable with the procedure. He explained everything in detail so I could understand what he was doing. I felt very comfortable and would recommend him for anyone. Thanks for the great work!
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
2 others found this helpful
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Paul in Wylie, TX – Dec 02, 2017
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About Me
biography
Dr. James Cochran, MD is a urologist in Dallas, TX and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 1970. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Medical City Dallas and Bsa Hospital. He is accepting new patients.Urology
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University Tex Sw Med School
Fellowship HospitalUniversity Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Fellowship HospitalRice University
Undergraduate SchoolUniversity Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Residency Hospital, 1976Parkland Memorial Hospital
Internship Hospital, 1971University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Medical School, 1970
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
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Urology
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Locations
Urology Clinics of North Texas - Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas Office
Urology Clinics of North Texas - Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas Office8230 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 700 Dallas, TX 75231
Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 3
hospital awardsView all awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
84%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home76%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well - Recipient of 23
hospital awardsAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
83%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home4% lower than the national average
78%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well - Recipient of 16
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% lower than the national average
79%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
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