James Ware, D.O.
Orthopedic Surgery
4851 E. Pickard Street, Suite 2500
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 Directions
4.9 out of 5
446 verified ratings
3 Locations
MyMichigan Orthopedics & Sports Medicine: Mt. Pleasant
4851 E. Pickard Street, Suite 2500
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
446 Ratings, 264 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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Aug 13, 2026
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Good to talk and ask questions and then answers to my satisfaction
Aug 7, 2026
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Liked his PA
Aug 6, 2026
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I have always been treated with the utmost respect at this office. Dr Ware and his staff are fantastic. I have recommended him to several friends that were looking for an ortho doc. Dr. Ware takes his time and listens to your concerns and answers any and all questions.
Aug 6, 2026
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A very good Doctor
Aug 5, 2026
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Easy to discuss my issues. He listens and seems very caring
Aug 4, 2026
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Excellent experience.
Aug 4, 2026
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Dr. Ware and staff are the best!
Aug 3, 2026
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I felt very comfortable with the care that I received from Dr. Ware. It was a post op surgery visit. With the surgery done at McLaren in Petoskey, Mi. It saved me a three hundred mile round trip post op visit.. Thank you so very much Dr. Ware.
Aug 1, 2026
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I found Dr. Ware and his staff very courteous finally attentive to my needs and very professional. I would recommend Dr. Ware to anyone.
Aug 1, 2026
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Great surgeon, very personable, answered all of my questions and took time to listen to my concerns.
Aug 1, 2026
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Dr Ware is very concerned about the reason you are there. He listens to what you have to say and comes up with a plan of action.
Aug 1, 2026
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Definitely recommend Dr Ware. Very courteous. Talks so I understand.
Jul 31, 2026
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Extremely knowledgeable and open to my questions. He offered options for my immediate care with a follow up appointment.
Jul 31, 2026
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Best Orthopedic practice.
Jul 30, 2026
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Dr Ware comes highly regarded and recommended and I can see why. I’ll be getting hip replacement surgery and I am completely comfortable in his knowledge and ability.
Jul 29, 2026
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Easy to get a timely appointment. Very little waiting time. He was up to date on my medical history.
Jul 28, 2026
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He took the time to listen. Did not appear rushed to “move on”. Explained how the surgical procedure would work. Very forthcoming and encouraging. I had been to a couple of doctors before Dr Ware and was told what to do for a torn meniscus but had to wait over two months without them was willing to schedule surgery and I suffered almost five months with an injured knee, which has affected my “good” knee. I was happy Dr Ware did not delay telling me “let’s schedule it”.
Jul 28, 2026
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This office is the best. Front desk staff was excellent as well as Hannah in x-ray, Dr Ware's clinical staff and surgery scheduler! Thank you all! Keep doing an excellent job!
Jul 27, 2026
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I would recommend the office to any of my family members
Jul 26, 2026
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First time going there it was a good experience
Jul 26, 2026
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It was all excellent..
Jul 24, 2026
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Dr. Ware’s office and staff were very nice. I felt comfortable being there for my appointment. All questions were answered and surgery was scheduled as soon as possible.
Jul 24, 2026
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He is very personable and take time.
Jul 24, 2026
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He is a good doctor
Jul 17, 2026
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Very caring professional doctor
Jul 10, 2026
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Great Dr. With a Wonderful Staff, Extremely Caring and Helpful With Everything.
Jul 9, 2026
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I would go back to this dr. He Knew what the problem was. Thank you.
Jul 8, 2026
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Would definitely recommend!
Jul 6, 2026
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That Dr. Ware will listen and give you the best advice about your health.
Jul 4, 2026
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Great experience
Jul 3, 2026
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I was pleased with his knowledge regarding my knee condition.
Jul 2, 2026
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I find Dr Ware and his office staff very friendly and knowledgeable.
Jul 2, 2026
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Great doctor
Jun 29, 2026
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Good Person With A Great Attitude
Jun 29, 2026
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Professional run office
Jun 27, 2026
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He listens patiently and I did not feel rushed
Jun 27, 2026
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Took great care of me,
Jun 26, 2026
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Knowledgeable, professional and thorough
Jun 25, 2026
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It was a great experience at the Clare office Really received all the information I was looking for, and have positive feelings about any future care Yes I would tell them and yes many of my friends had told me of dr ware and what good experiences they had with him.
Jun 24, 2026
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I've already told friends and family how good the services are at Dr.Wares office.
Jun 19, 2026
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A positive experience
Jun 17, 2026
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I have had only one visit so far.
Jun 15, 2026
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Awesome physician!
Jun 13, 2026
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I would recommend people to use Dr. Ware !
Jun 12, 2026
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I’m happy with his care and continue to return. I believe he’s done 3 maybe 4 knee surgeries on me in recent years!
Jun 12, 2026
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Excellent
Jun 11, 2026
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Dr Ware was amazing the nurse that saw me was very respectful towards me and my girlfriend. Only thing I felt that the lady when we came in she was rude towards us but other than that a great experience….
Jun 8, 2026
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Experience was very good, but I had to wait a month before I could in to see Dr Ware!
Jun 6, 2026
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Dr Ware was reliable, convey because of three locations. He is very direct, straight to the point. Our overall experience has been pleasant.
Jun 5, 2026
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This was my first appointment with Dr Ware and his staff. I was treated very well. The office, the medical staff and Dr. Ware were all very pleasant and made my visit a very positive one.