James Ware, D.O.
Orthopedic Surgery
4851 E. Pickard Street, Suite 2500
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 Directions
4.8 out of 5
473 verified ratings
3 Locations
MyMichigan Orthopedics & Sports Medicine: Mt. Pleasant
4851 E. Pickard Street, Suite 2500
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
473 Ratings, 288 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.
AI Overview
Patients overwhelmingly praise Dr. Ware for his surgical skill, compassion, and clear communication. Many highlight successful hip and knee procedures, effective injections, and long-term care that restored mobility. Staff are repeatedly described as friendly, professional, and helpful. A few comments note scheduling difficulty and occasional paperwork/fax issues. Overall sentiment is highly positive with trust in his expertise and strong willingness to recommend him for orthopedic needs.
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Feb 27, 2026
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Great
Feb 25, 2026
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Excellent
Feb 22, 2026
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Dr Ware is an excellent Doctor!
Feb 21, 2026
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Dr ware takes your health needs seriously And is very good at the procedures he preforms
Feb 18, 2026
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He's very good
Feb 17, 2026
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It was my first visit and I was treated with respect and courtesy.
Feb 13, 2026
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Excellent care and concern
Feb 13, 2026
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That I recommend him.
Feb 13, 2026
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Very pleased with treatment. I would definitely recommend this provider.
Feb 12, 2026
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Dr Ware did a hip replacement on my mother and did such a good job that when I broke my leg I decided I wanted him to be my surgeon.
Feb 9, 2026
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very nice and very professional
Feb 7, 2026
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Great office helped me when no other doctor would help me to stop the severe knee pain I experienced - Dr ware took the time to do the right thing X-rays and read the X-rays right there explained my knee condition and provided a shot that immediately worked - I am grateful
Feb 7, 2026
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Excellent facility
Feb 7, 2026
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Dr Ware is personable and great at explaining your questions. Very pleasant.
Feb 7, 2026
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Dr Ware is a very professional and knowledgeable orthopedic surgeon whom I would highly recommend.
Feb 6, 2026
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I like him!
Feb 6, 2026
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Excellent doctor and facility
Feb 5, 2026
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Very pleasant, knowledgeable, respectful,listened to my concerns.
Feb 4, 2026
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Thanks you and your staff when above and beyond
Feb 2, 2026
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Good man, person and Doctor.
Jan 31, 2026
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Very helpful.
Jan 31, 2026
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Very excellent with compassion for his patients thorough doctor and understanding
Jan 30, 2026
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So far, all is good and I would recommend.
Jan 28, 2026
DR. WARE IS THE BEST, DID MY RIGHT HIP REPLACEMENT AND I CAME BACK WONDERFUL...BRAND NEW!! EXCELLENT OFFICE AND CARING STAFF, SO HAPPY TOO HAVE THEM ALL.
Jan 28, 2026
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ABSOLUTELY THE BEST DR. AND STAFF, MY HIP REPLACEMENT WENT GREAT....AND THEY TOOK EXCELLENT CARE OF MY ANKLE WHEN I BROKE IT LAST FALL!!! IM SO VERY GRATEFUL TOO HAVE THEM IN MY WORLD.
Jan 26, 2026
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Very good and complete Doctor and staff
Jan 26, 2026
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I was always treated well and I would recommend him
Jan 26, 2026
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Dr Ware and staff are awesome! Thanks for taking such good care of me❣️I recommend your office call the time!
Jan 26, 2026
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They are good for the most part. Had a small difficulty getting my paper work faxed to my work, other then that I recommend them for your orthopedic needs.
Jan 23, 2026
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Very first visit found everyone courteous and respectful. Apptm on time so appreciated that
Jan 22, 2026
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You will like this doctor, he’s very competent, considerate, and is very knowledgeable at what he is doing. He also has a PAC I think it is Dr., Kenny who is very good as well. So any question that you have in regards to the joints etc., they will be able to answer with confidence. I’m very very happy with this team of doctors and staff. They’re all wonderful.
Jan 22, 2026
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Thank you
Jan 22, 2026
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Good place to go
Jan 18, 2026
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That this appointment was easy, quick and gave me positive results
Jan 17, 2026
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Dr. Ware has been my orthopedic surgeon for over 10 years. His knowledge, friendly nature and calm demeanor are what makes me feel comfortable about his practice.
Jan 16, 2026
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Very professional physician and I am happy to have such a great resource for my knee health.
Jan 16, 2026
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Dr. Ware has been seeing me for chronic knee pain for quite awhile. He always listens carefully to any new issues I'm having. He explains the aging process on the changes on the x-rays he orders. The knee injections he has given me hardIy hurt. I would recommend him to everyone.
Jan 14, 2026
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That he’s the best doctor that could help them with their orthopedics problems. That’s why I returned to his office after he fixed the first problem I had.
Jan 14, 2026
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Dr Ware is the best!
Jan 14, 2026
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He is a great doctor
Jan 12, 2026
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Always helps my pain by doing whatever he can .answers all my questions.
Jan 12, 2026
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Good so far
Jan 12, 2026
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He knows his business
Jan 11, 2026
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This the first doctor that actually listened to what I needed and what was going on with my health issue. 3 years I have been trying to get help.
Jan 11, 2026
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Good place to go
Jan 9, 2026
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His care and service is excellent.
Jan 9, 2026
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I would highly recommend them to go to this office and see Dr. Ware. I've only had good experiences there. Everyone who originally recommended me to go there had nothing but good things to say!!
Jan 7, 2026
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Super nice guy, very friendly staff. Highly recommend
Jan 2, 2026
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When I found out I needed procedure done on my knee, I wanted Dr. Ware because of all the good things I had heard about him.
Dec 29, 2025
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I’ve always have urge family or friends to get an appointment with Dr. Ware. I won’t go to any else but him!!!