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Dr. Montgomery Cox, MD

Dr. Montgomery Cox, MD

General Surgery*

Dr. Montgomery Cox, MD is a general surgeon in Hickory, NC. He is affiliated with medical facilities Frye Regional Medical Center and Catawba Valley Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

415 N Center St Ste 102 Hickory, NC 28601

Make an Appointment

(828) 327-9178

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Cox is affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center Hickory, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Cox specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Cox's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cox

3.7
13 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 star
62%
62%
4 star
8%
8%
3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
31%
31%

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Dr.Cox done my Sleeve in 2019 and just done my gastric bypass on April 12th 2021 to get rid of my acid reflux he is truly amazing doctor very caring and understands his patients
What went well
  • 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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Victoria hillman – Apr 14, 2021
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I never got to see him after all my hard work. I am looking to have gastric sleeve done and I have gotten all of my appointments done to finally see the surgeon. There is so much to do and on top of that I had to go to a cardiologist because some heart issues came up so I was delayed another two months. I am a ex smoker as of 4-9-2020 after smoking for 35 years. I worked hard to quit smoking in the last 4 months because I wanted to quit for my health not just this surgery. I have tried to quit in the past but never really had success. This time I have done amazing which should be a good thing but to see Dr Cox you have to be smoke free for 90 days. I told the truth and said I wasnt quit yet because honesty is best when it comes to your health. I thought you had to quit before your surgery but I misunderstood. I took the day off work for this appointment and was told 90 days smoke free. How disappointing for someone who worked so hard to quit. Looking for new surgeon.
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
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april swalwell – Apr 13, 2020
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Dr Cox did my gastric bypass. He was professional, supportive, and always interested with my recovery and progress. His treatment was so good I was able to make 27 laps around the surgical floor my first time up after surgery.
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
5 others found this helpful
Helpful
Vernon Kiss in Taylorsville, NC – Nov 08, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Modern techniques, an emphasis on compassionate care, and patient education to help make complex diseases & procedures understandable. Offering a wide range of general surgical procedures, including cancer surgery & bariatric (weight loss) surgery.

biography

Dr. Cox joined the Hickory Surgical Clinic in 2003. Originally from South Carolina, he attended medical school and surgery residency at MUSC in Charleston, SC. His surgery practice includes a broad range of general surgical interests, including...read more

  • General Surgery

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  • Medical University Of South Carolina

    Residency Hospital, 2002

  • Medical University Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Hickory Surgical Clinic Inc.415 N Center St Ste 102 Hickory, NC 28601
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Practice

Cardiology Physicians Corp. LLC1771 Tate Blvd SE Ste 201 Hickory, NC 28602
2
Catawba Valley Medical Center810 Fairgrove Church Rd Hickory, NC 28602
3
Office100 Kimel Forest Dr Winston Salem, NC 27103
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Catawba Valley Medical Center

    810 Fairgrove Church Rd
    Hickory, NC 28602
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    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

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

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  • Frye Regional Medical Center

    420 N Center St
    Hickory, NC 28601

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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