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Dr. Tom Coker, MD

Dr. Tom Coker, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Tom Coker, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Fayetteville, AR and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Coker has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with Washington Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 87 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (87 reviews)

Practice

3317 N Wimberly Dr Fayetteville, AR 72703

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Coker is affiliated with Washington Regional Medical Center Fayetteville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Coker specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Coker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Coker

4.3
87 ratings, 58 with a written review
5 star
79%
79%
4 star
2%
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3 star
1%
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2 star
1%
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1 star
16%
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Great doctor
Dr. Coker was very personable, knowledgeable, friendly and professional.
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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Apr 09, 2025
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Questionable behavior
I was told to get a cane, but he knew I wouldn't because women have an issue with cane. He never did an x ray to verify that when I fell in January that it was not a torn minicus. I went to the outpatient clinic and was told I had a baker cyst. That was in November. So those were the xrays he used to base his,diganose on. He is rude . So I will ask my PCp to get a referral for therapy. Which is what I wanted in the first place. But you need a diganoses first so the physical therapist can give the appropriate treatment.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Donna Bell – Mar 14, 2025
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Very dismissive
We were seeing him after knee pain following an accident. He spent about a minute listening to me when manipulating the knee. He said the X-ray looked fine. I asked about how it's been buckling since the accident and he said 'go get a cane.' That was it, he turned away dismissing me, without any explanation about how long I would need a cane, and how we were going to fix it so that it would just as reliable for me before the accident. Or if there was nothing we could do, I would like to know about that as well. I got no explanation about why it's painful, swollen, bruised and why I am falling. Nothing. Just 'go get a cane.'.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Feb 06, 2025
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Great
Dr Coker was very professional and honest.
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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Jan 07, 2025
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Dr. Coker was very kind and listened to all of my concerns. I left feeling positive and heard.
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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Dec 27, 2024
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Helpful and quick service
Quick check in and service. Friendly doctor and staff.
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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Bill Glasgow – Dec 18, 2024
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Very professional and smart
He has a calming way of explaining what is going on with my knee.
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
What could be improved
No results
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Melissa Swink – Dec 17, 2024
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Best doctor I have seen at this practice
Dr. Cocker took the time to discuss my concerns and explain the options. He was patient and I did not feel rushed. I have very good insurance and he could’ve pressured me into making a decision based on that. He presented conservative options as well and then let me decide what was best for me. Will definitely go back to him for future knee problems.
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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Dec 16, 2024
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Great Dr.
Wait time was short Dr Coker had a great personality and explained things in a manner that I could understand
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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Hope – Dec 06, 2024
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Great Doctor, able to get an appointment soon as I
Great staff ,really helpful
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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Nov 27, 2024
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Timely and personable.
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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Ed – Oct 01, 2024
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He is thorough and very knowledgeable. Bad golfer
Nice man
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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Sep 05, 2024
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Thorough
He listened and explained well what was going on.
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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Aug 19, 2024
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He is efficient, direct, and knowledgeable.
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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Candy Warden – May 30, 2024
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Solid honest caring intelligent
Efficient nice polite from entrance to exit
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Michael Thomas – Mar 21, 2024
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I was well taken care of.
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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Mar 20, 2024
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Excellent Doctor
Everyone was nice and helpful. They made me feel well taken care of. Jose was especially nice. Dr. Coker has agood bed side manner. He answered all my questions
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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Mar 07, 2024
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Excellent experience
Dr Coker was very invested in my condition and did a wonderful job answering my questions and explaining everything. Great bedside manner.
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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Mar 05, 2024
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He was very straightforward with me!!I I like that
Came right out told me I didn’t need knee surgery!! To have my back checked .
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 15, 2024
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Knee problems
Dr Coker suggested different treatments and was very patient to answer all my questions
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
Helpful
Feb 15, 2024
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About Me

biography

Dr. Tom Coker, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Fayetteville, AR and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Coker has extensive experience in Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Unavail3317 N Wimberly Dr Fayetteville, AR 72703
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Washington Regional Medical Center

    3215 N Northhills Blvd
    Fayetteville, AR 72703
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient 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

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    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
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