James Oliver Hartson , MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Franciscan Physician Network Coolspring Health Center

1225 East Coolspring Avenue

Michigan City, IN 46360 Directions

(219) 879-6531

www.franciscanhealth.org

4.8 out of 5

315 verified ratings

315 Ratings, 110 Comments


Dec 5, 2024
Very nice

Dec 1, 2024
Always friendly always helpful always takes the time to listen

Nov 21, 2024
Dr. Hartsonwas fast direct and also did my knee replacement and was great results.

Nov 19, 2024
He explains what's happening, never rushes to surgery. He'll take the time to answer your questions.

Nov 19, 2024
He was both honest and skilled as a doctor. He takes the time necessary to explain everything along the journey of getting better.

Nov 15, 2024
He is very knowledgeable

Nov 12, 2024
His office is friendly and professional.

Nov 7, 2024
Was to the point and very personable. Easy to talk to and knew what he was doing.

Nov 7, 2024
My doctor is the best.

Nov 7, 2024
Very personable, nonjudgmemental, supportive and provided remedy and a follow-up time to make sure everything heals properly.

Nov 4, 2024
He was very attentive at a time when I was still under effects of anesthesia and personally came to my bedside, twice, to address my concern. Very nice gentleman.

Nov 4, 2024
Very kind, gives you the time you need, professional, and very knowledgeable.

Oct 30, 2024
He's good

Oct 30, 2024
Dr. Hartson is obviously a concerned and compassionate physician.

Oct 27, 2024
He is nice and polite

Oct 26, 2024
Very good doctor

Oct 26, 2024
Because his staff works on getting the patient on trackand into healing nicely so the patient recovers quickly I would recommend Dr. Hartson as superior in his profession. He's very realistic and patients usually come out on top with his professional touche. I enjoy having him close by. He has a plant voice he can sing very well. It's like beautiful music to my ears.l am grateful for having a doctor like him.My surgical procedure went very well. Thank-you Dr. Hartsonfor having me as your patient.You are a giant Blessing...

Oct 25, 2024
See above comment and because he is the best Ortho Doctor in this area

Oct 24, 2024
It was that high because I had a prior experience that was very good.

Oct 11, 2024
Best doc ever

Oct 10, 2024
Seen on time for appointment, answered all my questions, explained everything so I could understand.

Oct 9, 2024
Provides appropriate services

Oct 8, 2024
Good physician

Oct 5, 2024
Trust

Oct 5, 2024
He has been my doctor for over 20 years and taken care of my injuries with compassion and care

Oct 2, 2024
First meeting was pleasant even though the shots were not quite so much. Pleasant man with a smile and welcoming attitude.

Sep 26, 2024
He was very down to earth, knowledgeable, professional, and personable.

Sep 23, 2024
I think he is the Best in his field of medicine.

Sep 23, 2024
Like I said above he’s the best. Listens to you. Cares about you. Always soo kind and I have been a patient of his for years. Had right hip replaced by him. Have NEVER had an ounce of trouble with it since! Highly recommend him!

Sep 22, 2024
Very knowledgable

Sep 21, 2024
He was friendly and polite and knowledgeable

Sep 18, 2024
He explained the options for treatment and we quickly moved forward.

Sep 13, 2024
Dr Hartson was on time , kind, Dx my problem quickly , and treated it quickly . He also demonstrated some physical therapy exercises to help with my Dx. He was efficient , and all with a smile and a. joke about my Dx.

Sep 11, 2024
He's an excellent surgeon, caring, knowledgeable and an expert in his field.

Sep 11, 2024
I felt he was very quick and efficient, but also willing to listen to me.

Sep 9, 2024
I have been seeing Dr. Hartson for over 16 years. He has always taken excellent care of me.

Sep 5, 2024
Very down to earth and easy to understand procedures and options. I recommend him to everyone who asked where I go and who I see.

Sep 5, 2024
Cause he cares about his patience.

Sep 2, 2024
Personable and gave needed information.

Aug 26, 2024
Explain everything

Aug 25, 2024
Straight forward doctor…

Aug 23, 2024
Dr. Hartson is excellent. His staff friendly and efficient. You can see him in a reasonable amount of time.

Aug 19, 2024
For me splendid surgery experience as completed and excellent results. This goes with all the staff as well.

Aug 17, 2024
because the doctor always goes to the point of what have to be done 👍

Aug 16, 2024
I will always compliment great doctors and their staff. They were the best and I feel much better.

Aug 15, 2024
Very friendly and accurate

Aug 11, 2024
Good doctor. Listens well

Aug 6, 2024
I felt cared for

Aug 4, 2024
Dr. Was very informative and talked in terms I could understand.

Aug 2, 2024
Personable, informative, and efficient