Dr. James M. Cottom

4.3 ( 84 reviews )

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Ratings for Dr. James M. Cottom

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Dr. Cottom provided excellent care and service. His team was friendly helpful and professional. Thank you for taking great care of my foot.

Submitted Sept. 19, 2019

Dr. James M. Cottom's response
Thank you for taking the time to let us know how we are doing. We are so glad to hear you had a great experience with our team

Submitted Oct. 19, 2019

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Very nice and extremely knowledgeable physician. Dr Cottom gave me hope for the first time that I will live pain free. My surgery was flawless. His staff is superb, especially KP, who helped me through the pre and post processes. FANTASTIC DOCTOR AND STAFF!

Submitted Aug. 21, 2019

Dr. James M. Cottom's response
Thank you for your review. We are so glad to hear your surgery went well and love to know that our team exceeded your expectations.

Submitted Oct. 19, 2019

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Broke 5th metatarsal and got me in for surgery immediately. Dr. Cottom is extremely knowledgeable. Felt like I was In the best of hands. Very warm and friendly staff!!

Submitted Aug. 2, 2019

Dr. James M. Cottom's response
Thank you kindly for the review. We love hearing that you had an awesome experience with our team at FLOFAC

Submitted Oct. 19, 2019

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I am very active middle aged adult with adult onset flatfoot that had finally gotten to the point where I was not able walk without pain. Dr. Cottom came highly recommended to me by a friend who is in the medical field. I had an absolutely great experience from start to finish. The surgery went well, never had any issues, office recommended PT office was excellent, all insurance paid without a hitch, follow up appointments were fantastic. The number one best thing is that Dr.Cottom actually takes time to talk to you and listen to you. That is priceless in this day and age when most Dr's have to rush everyone through. Never once did I feel rushed or unheard.

Submitted May 10, 2019

Dr. James M. Cottom's response
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review. We are so glad your experience with our team here at FLOFAC went well and we exceeded your expectations. We are thrilled to be able to get you back doing the things you love most.

Submitted May 13, 2019

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Medical Disaster turned Medical MARVEL!
Dr. James M. Cottom is my orthopedic SUPERHERO! An Avenger - in terms of correcting a wrong. He looked at my case methodically factoring in past history and potential future mobility dreams. Visionary - Honest - Direct. He transformed the accumulation of 3 botched surgeries and rebuilt my foot and ankle - which has rebuilt my life. I am so grateful to be walking into my present and future. Dr. Cottom ~ SUPERHERO

Submitted April 28, 2019

Dr. James M. Cottom's response
Thank you kindly for taking the time to write of this review. We are so happy to hear you are doing well and glad to know you are on the road to recovery. Please reach out to us if you need anything, we are here.

Submitted April 29, 2019

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I would highly recommend Dr. Cottom . He is very skilled and knowledgeable. He operated on my right foot which was very involved. All went well and I'm very happy with him, his
associates and staff.

Submitted April 18, 2019

Dr. James M. Cottom's response
We are so glad to hear you are recovering well. Thank you for recommending Dr. Cottom and taking the time out of your day to leave this review. We are thrilled to hear we have exceeded your expectations and are back on your feet.

Submitted April 29, 2019

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Dr. Cottom scoped my ankle and gave me a stem cell injection. The entire process from the initial visit to post op visits could not be more professional. I have arthritis in my ankle and want to alleviate some pain I have when hiking. Dr. Cottom is very knowledgeable, professional and skilled in my opinion. My recovery is going very well and I would highly recommend Dr Cottom.

Submitted April 18, 2019

Dr. James M. Cottom's response
We are extremely happy to hear your are recovering and doing well. Thank you for taking the time to let us know how we are doing. Feedback like yours is what keeps us going.

Submitted April 29, 2019

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I am very pleased with Dr Cottom and KP very good experience.

Submitted April 4, 2019

Dr. James M. Cottom's response
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave feedback. We are glad you hear you had a great experience

Submitted April 4, 2019

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I had a TOTAL ANKLE REPLACEMENT done six years ago and have no pain and am thrilled to be able to walk around with out limping and in pain. Nothing but good things to say about my experience with Dr Cottom

Submitted Jan. 27, 2019

Dr. James M. Cottom's response
We are glad that you have your quality of life back. Thrilled to see you had a great experience with our staff. Thank you for taking the time to write us a review.

Submitted April 4, 2019

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Cottom performed surgery on my ankle 5 years ago. I woke up with numbness in my foot and still have it too this day. His famous response is always "we will get to the bottom of this... He never did. Theres a reason he's moved around as much as he has. He should have his medical license revoked.

Submitted Sept. 18, 2018

Dr. James M. Cottom's response
I'm sorry you feel this way. If there is anything we can do to help, please reach out to our manager.

Submitted April 29, 2019

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Dr. James M. Cottom's Credentials

Accepting New Patients

Yes, this doctor is accepting new patients

Biography

Dr. Cottom received his bachelor’s degree with honors from Michigan State University. In 2002 he graduated Magna Cum Laude from Scholl College/ Chicago Medical School, in Chicago, Illinois. Subsequently, he completed a three-year surgical residency in reconstructive and trauma surgery of the foot and ankle at the Detroit Medical Center/Wayne State University, in Detroit, Michigan focusing in all areas of Foot, Ankle and Leg Surgery. Dr. Cottom is also extensively trained in the conservative and surgical treatment of diabetic conditions affecting the lower extremity including limb salvage.

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Dr. William M. Scholl College Of Podiatric Medicine (Grad. 2002)
  • Michigan State University

Areas of Expertise

  • Broken ankle/broken foot
  • Arthroscopy
  • Sprained ankle
  • Stress fractures

Insurance accepted by this Doctor

Other patients have successfully used these insurance providers, please call the Doctor's office to find out if your insurance plan is accepted.
Aetna
Blue Cross / Blue Shield
Cigna
Freedom Network
Humana
Integrated Health Plan
Medicare
TRICARE
UnitedHealthcare
Workers Comp