Erika R Cottrell , MD

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Franciscan Physician Network Rehabilitation & Spine Specialists Indianapolis

8051 S. Emerson Ave., Suite 300

Indianapolis, IN 46237 Directions

(317) 528-8494

www.franciscanhealth.org

4.9 out of 5

156 verified ratings

156 Ratings, 79 Comments


The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
Jul 15, 2025
This morning I recommended her to my wife's friend. See above.

Jul 12, 2025
She is a good Doctor

Jul 10, 2025
I was impressed at first visit.

Jul 4, 2025
Always looking for next thing to help issue at hand

Jul 3, 2025
She really cares for her patients and really knows what she is doing!

Jun 27, 2025
Dr Cottrell was very nice and thoroughly explained things.

Jun 26, 2025
Because she listens to her patience!

Jun 16, 2025
Thorough and very knowledgeable and works with you to find the best plan of treatment for your diagnosis.

Jun 16, 2025
Dr Cottrell is so easy to talk with and freely shared information about procedures. Results speak for themselves.

Jun 11, 2025
knowws how to cure your pain problem.

Jun 9, 2025
I think she is the greatest

Jun 7, 2025
The short answer is she is the best.

Jun 3, 2025
She explains everything very well

Jun 3, 2025
Very pleasant,knowledgeably her staff is top notch.

May 28, 2025
A great doctor I wish I went to her sooner.

May 22, 2025
I liked her

May 7, 2025
Explains well Good bedside manner Sense of humor Works on other options when her treatment becomes no effective

Apr 24, 2025
She has helped more with my problem than any doctor that I have had

Apr 14, 2025
I liked her very well . Very good. Knows her stuff .

Apr 14, 2025
SHE IS ALWAYS VERY PERSONABLE AND LISTERNS CLOSELY TO WHAT YOU HAVE SAY. I FIND HER VERY PLEASANT AND CONCERNED ABOUT YOUR PROBLEM.

Apr 12, 2025
She had great bedside manner and answered all my questions.

Apr 9, 2025
She listened to my issues and spent the time needed.

Apr 8, 2025
Her kindness and concern and skill in making me feel better

Apr 6, 2025
Dr Cottrell really listens and takes her time. My husband and I both see her. She’s great!!

Mar 20, 2025
Very friendly and professional and works to "fix " my concerns

Mar 17, 2025
She is our favorite Dr. (And we go to a lot of drs)

Mar 15, 2025
She was very professional and very patient. Gave me a lot of information. Liked her a lot.

Mar 14, 2025
Trying to Trying to solve my back problems.

Mar 11, 2025
Both the office and Dr. Cotrell were kind and efficient. Treatment plan makes sense.

Mar 4, 2025
Explains everything in layman's terms

Feb 25, 2025
I feel Dr. Cottrell would listen to anyone seeking her help and would be able to ask the right questions, do testing, and perform treatment to anyone I would recommend

Feb 16, 2025
Great caŕe

Feb 10, 2025
She is concerned not only for my care but about me. She’s knows who I am and I think that helps so much in my care. I really appreciate her getting to know me. Not all doctors do.

Feb 6, 2025
Confident at Dr Cottrell’s decision

Feb 6, 2025
Listens to one's concerns.

Feb 3, 2025
Great physician

Feb 2, 2025
Her demeanor and accuracy regarding her work as a physician cannot be equaled by any of her colleagues.

Jan 27, 2025
all ready have recommended her

Jan 15, 2025
Same reason as noted above, however I was vey impressed with Dr Cottrell.

Jan 13, 2025
She’s the best

Jan 7, 2025
I like her very much she is a good listener and ask me questions

Dec 18, 2024
She has help me with every issue I've had. She is easy to talk to and takes care of my needs.

Dec 18, 2024
WONDERFUL, explains everything that I can understand. Always makes me feel like she cares what I say.

Dec 9, 2024
very helpful and caring!

Dec 7, 2024
She explained every thing she was going to do

Dec 4, 2024
She is very professional and explains thing that I can understand.

Dec 3, 2024
She listen she is. Very nice person

Dec 2, 2024
As I previously stated, she knows what she is talking about. She is able to explain the issues and give possibilities for the symptoms and give a course of action for treatment. She is not eager to do surgery, but if recommended, I know that she would do so conservatively

Nov 26, 2024
Very knowledgeable and friendly.

Nov 25, 2024
Takes time to explain and to answer questions.