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Dr. James Kontak, MD

Dr. James Kontak, MD

Urology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. James Kontak, MD is a urologist in Cleveland, OH and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kontak has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal and Urinary Conditions. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI / MEDICAL CENTER in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Southwest General Health Center and Fairview Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

18099 Lorain Ave Ste 141 Cleveland, OH 44111

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Dr. Kontak is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Kontak specializes in the area of Urology. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Kontak's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kontak

3.8
25 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
68%
68%
4 star
4%
4%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
28%
28%

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Long time patient
Well trying over several days just trying to make an appointment a total of over an hour and fifteen minutes on hold I’m finally done with him ..I like Dr. Kontak but it has gotten to be ridiculous waiting on hold 20minutes …15 minutes 17 and 20 again today …how in the world is that a thing !!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Feb 07, 2025
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Dr Kontak made an uncomfortable experience for me very comfortable. His diagnosis was thorough and to the point. I recommend him highly!!
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
4 others found this helpful
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Patrick K. in Madison, OH – Aug 29, 2017
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This doctor was down to earth. He was quick but relayed all information and followed through with my questions and concerns.
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
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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North Olmsted, OH – Mar 29, 2017
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Great doc. Referred by dr Thomas. Spent time and called day after surgery to personally check on me. Would highly recommend.
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
6 others found this helpful
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Westlake ohio – Mar 29, 2017
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I appreciated Dr Kontak's efficiency. Got me in within a day of problem coming up and had treated within a week. Thanks!
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
8 others found this helpful
Helpful
Sara in fairview park, ohio – Mar 28, 2017
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This doctor was recomend by the ER attending at St. Johns. I found the staff friendly, caring and helpful. Dr. Kontak was/is knowledgeable, compassionate and explained all options (suggested a second opinion) a explained all procedures and surgeries. I am still undergoing canicer care and would not consider any other provider.
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
9 others found this helpful
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North Olmsted, OH – Mar 02, 2017
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not helpful, barely gave me 5 minutes and did not listen anything I said regarding my symptoms, waste of my time
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Newark, NJ – Feb 21, 2017
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Wonderful doctor. Multiple family members have seen. Always efficient and on point.
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
9 others found this helpful
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john in rocky river ohio – Oct 31, 2016
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I was seeing him for a year for kidney stones worst doc ever he did lythotripsy and put a Stent in the most painful experience of my life I had this thing in for a week I was in so much pain and he let me suffer through it when I asked for pain meds he said no dosnt care about his patients
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Sarah in North Olmsted – Jun 03, 2016
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Incompetent, arrogant and thoughtless. He did not explain or even mention the surgery options and post surgery recovery. Dr. Kontak did not follow up after surgery. The incompetence of this doctor started couple of years ago when he diagnosed the patient as not needing the prostate surgery meanwhile the enlarged prostate got worse. I would not recommend this doctor to anyone.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 others found this helpful
Helpful
Lefta in Lakewood, Ohio – Apr 25, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Kontak, MD is a urologist in Cleveland, OH and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Kontak has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal and Urinary Conditions. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI /...read more
  • Urology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Cincinnati / Medical Center

    Medical School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
Urology
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Dr. Kontak is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Urology Partners LLC18099 Lorain Ave Ste 141 Cleveland, OH 44111
    1

    Practice

    Office29101 Health Campus Dr Ste 310 Westlake, OH 44145
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Fairview Hospital

      18101 Lorain Ave
      Cleveland, OH 44111
      Recipient of 26
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Southwest General Health Center

      18697 Bagley Rd
      Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
      Recipient of 16
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • UH St. John Medical Center

      29000 Center Ridge Rd
      Westlake, OH 44145
      Recipient of 15
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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