James E Bell, MD

Ophthalmology

3200 E Racine St

Janesville, WI 53546 Directions

608-371-8000

www.ssmhealth.com

4.8 out of 5

304 verified ratings

304 Ratings, 106 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.
Dec 12, 2025
Besides being an amazing surgeon, he is down to earth and humble. He’s also very kind and explains everything at a level I can understand. He’s also very is really the best!

Dec 12, 2025
Very professional caring and including me in decisions and making choices regarding plan of care.

Dec 9, 2025
Dr Bell is great considering I'm 96 he takes his time with me. Answers my questions

Dec 4, 2025
Dean, Janesville has an outstanding staff would highly recommend them.

Dec 3, 2025
Service was great excellent Dr.

Dec 3, 2025
Over all very good

Dec 2, 2025
I enjoyed him very much, and I think he explained things on a level that the normal person can understand.

Dec 1, 2025
I appreciate him very much

Nov 28, 2025
kind doctor

Nov 25, 2025
Excellent doctor

Nov 21, 2025
The only drawback was the appointment was ridiculously long. I saw the doctor for approximately 1 minute, but was there for close to an hour and a half.

Nov 21, 2025
Dr. Bell handled everything very well, explained the issue with my eye and the procedure to repair it in a way that I understood and could make an intelligent decision.

Nov 20, 2025
professional, friendly and thorough

Nov 18, 2025
The whole appointment with everyone involved was very efficient.

Nov 14, 2025
Feel very comfortable with him and seems like he genuinely cares about my healtj

Nov 11, 2025
Very caring!! Had to have shot in my eye. Dr. Bell made it easy and painless. I was afraid and he calmed me.

Nov 11, 2025
I would not hesitate to seek him out again.

Nov 6, 2025
Very patient and considerate of his care to me. I am forever grateful for all he has done for me.

Nov 6, 2025
Very professional and helpful

Nov 4, 2025
As I've said before - Dr. Bell was fine. It was very short - once I got in there!

Nov 4, 2025
Dr Bell was very knowledgeable and courteous . Explained things welled,

Oct 29, 2025
I feel very fortunate that he could come to the Janesville clinic for my follow-up appointment.He seems to be a very busy Doctor (and very thorough!)

Oct 28, 2025
I see a lot of doctors for many issues and Dr Bell is one of the best I’ve ever encountered

Oct 28, 2025
He explained everything in a way I could understand and I appreciated that

Oct 27, 2025
First time visiting new building. Very Upset that Davis, Duhr Dean name Was not on outside of building to honor the history of this s clinic. Seems we frequently throw out our history! You would Not have the patience you Have if not wasn’t for this History!

Oct 24, 2025
He is a top notch Doctor!

Oct 24, 2025
Dr. Bell is a great doctor and gives excellent care and is very kind and caring.

Oct 6, 2025
Made me feel comfortable

Oct 4, 2025
He is always very thorough and very kind. I highly recommend him to my friends.

Oct 3, 2025
Dr. Bell is the best retinal specialist I have ever had, would recommend him to anyone without question.

Oct 3, 2025
Liked him.

Sep 30, 2025
Gracias por su atención y siempre ser honesto conmigo siempre y tratarme con respeto y honestidad (English translation: Thank you for your care, for always being honest with me, and treating me with respect and honesty.)

Sep 30, 2025
He always explains what he will be doing.

Sep 26, 2025
Dr Bell does an excellent job of answering questions.

Sep 5, 2025
He explained my situation clearly and listened well to my responses. I also felt he was very kind and willing to listen to my needs. I would have no problem recommending him to others.

Sep 3, 2025
He is taking good care of my eyes

Sep 3, 2025
Pressed for time

Aug 31, 2025
Dr. Bell is thorough, concise and kind.

Aug 29, 2025
Strong communication skills

Aug 29, 2025
Siga siendo un Dr. que se preocupa por sus pacientes (English translation: Keep being a doctor that cares about their patient.)

Aug 29, 2025
Very caring and knowledgeable

Aug 28, 2025
Excellent Dr.

Aug 27, 2025
Excellent care

Aug 26, 2025
He takes time to discuss care plan and answer questions.

Aug 26, 2025
I have to wait nearly two and a half hours to see Dr. Bell. That was a long delay. I arrived at the clinic at 10:45 for my 10:50 a.m. appointment. I was able to see Dr. Bell at 1:!0 p.m. Dr. Bell did apologize for the delay and shared with me that he was embarrassed by the long wait I (and others) experienced. Dr. Bell was gracious, kind, and professional throughout my time with him. For this, I am grateful.

Aug 12, 2025
Very respectful of my condition, always on time and just wonderful, bedside manner is superb.

Aug 8, 2025
He involve me in my care decisions. He even thinks me for coming to see him.

Aug 8, 2025
Great Doctor

Aug 5, 2025
I have met many people in the field. Dr. Bell stands out in my experiences. My eyes are well. Enough said.

Jul 25, 2025
With the number of patients he has in a given day in Janesville he remains so calm and efficient and pleasant.