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Dr. James Cole is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon with over 25 years of experience serving patients at Major Health Partners in Shelbyville and Community Hospital South Indiana in Indianapolis.

25+ Years

Experience

Board Certified

Orthopedic Surgery

Fellowship

Tulane University

Thousands

Patients Helped

Hospital Affiliations

Serving Patients at Leading Healthcare Facilities

Dr. James Cole proudly serves patients through Major Health Partners in Shelbyville and Community Hospital South Indiana in Indianapolis, bringing advanced spine care to communities throughout central Indiana.

Major Health Partners

Shelbyville, Indiana

As a key member of Major Health Partners orthopedic team, Dr. Cole provides comprehensive spine surgery services to patients in Shelbyville and surrounding Shelby County communities.

  • Full-service orthopedic spine care
  • State-of-the-art surgical facilities
  • Comprehensive rehabilitation services

Community Hospital South Indiana

Indianapolis, Indiana

Dr. Cole performs advanced spine surgeries at Community Hospital South Indiana, one of Indianapolis' premier healthcare facilities, offering patients access to cutting-edge technology and exceptional care.

  • Advanced minimally invasive procedures
  • Cutting-edge surgical technology
  • Expert multidisciplinary care team

Serving patients throughout central Indiana including Shelbyville, Indianapolis, Greensburg, Columbus, Franklin, and surrounding communities.

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Services

Comprehensive Spine Care

From conservative treatments to advanced surgical procedures, Dr. Cole provides personalized care tailored to each patient's unique condition.

Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Advanced techniques that reduce recovery time and minimize tissue damage.

Cervical Disc Replacement

Preserve motion and relieve neck pain with artificial disc technology.

Lumbar Disc Replacement

Alternative to fusion that maintains natural spine movement.

Spinal Fusion

Stabilize the spine and eliminate pain from damaged vertebrae.

Vertebroplasty & Kyphoplasty

Minimally invasive treatment for compression fractures.

Decompression Surgery

Relieve pressure on spinal nerves to reduce pain and numbness.

About Dr. Cole

A Legacy of Excellence in Spine Surgery

Dr. James Cole is a fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon specializing in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar surgery. He is trained in the latest techniques including lumbar and cervical disc replacements.

After receiving his undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University and medical degree from East Tennessee State University, Dr. Cole completed his orthopedic residency at the University of Kentucky and fellowship in neck and spine surgery at Tulane University Medical Center.

  • Vanderbilt University – Undergraduate
  • East Tennessee State University – Medical Degree
  • University of Kentucky – Orthopedic Residency
  • Tulane University – Spine Fellowship
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Dr. James Cole, MD - Fellowship-trained orthopedic spine surgeon

Patient Reviews

What Patients Are Saying

"Dr. Cole has given me the opportunity to live a pain free and healthy life once again. I am forever grateful to him and his staff."

Verified Patient

"Exceptional surgeon. Really cares about his patients. I would trust him to do any spine surgery."

Verified Patient

"He spends time explaining things in layman's terms. His bedside manner, no complaints. He has done 2 spinal surgeries. Don't trust anyone else."

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Don't let spine pain hold you back. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Cole to discuss your treatment options and start your journey to recovery.