James Ware, D.O.

Orthopedic Surgery

4851 E. Pickard Street, Suite 2500

Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 Directions

(989) 463-2333

4.9 out of 5

454 verified ratings

3 Locations


MyMichigan Orthopedics & Sports Medicine: Alma

315 E. Warwick Drive, Suite A & B

Alma, MI 48801

(989) 463-2333 Directions


MyMichigan Orthopedics & Sports Medicine: Clare

602 Beech Street, Suite 1200

Clare, MI 48617

(989) 802-5080 Directions


MyMichigan Orthopedics & Sports Medicine: Mt. Pleasant

4851 E. Pickard Street, Suite 2500

Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858

(989) 463-2333 Directions

454 Ratings, 261 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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Sep 10, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
Very professional and thorough

Sep 10, 2026
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Dr. Ware is fantastic. Love his bed-side manner; he listens and takes time to explain things.

Sep 9, 2026
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Doctor Ware is a very good surgeon. And very personable, Doctor. I appreciate that because not all doctors are personable. And his staff was very good.

Sep 5, 2026
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Thanks

Sep 4, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
Good experience

Aug 31, 2026
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His office people his nurses and Dr himself are there to help you thriu all your problems and get you healed and on your way. Great office

Aug 28, 2026
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Dr Ware is highly respected for his expertise and I am pleased to be his patient

Aug 28, 2026
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Understanding and truly care about your health and well being.

Aug 28, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
I would recommend him

Aug 23, 2026
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Dr Ware was an excellent example of a physician with superior clinical skills matched incredibly by attention to myself as the patient being important co member of the team. Listened and talked WITH ME, not AT or DOWN to me!! Most impressive all around visit I’ve had at a medical appointment in a long time!

Aug 23, 2026
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Dr ware is an excellent surgeon.

Aug 22, 2026
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He’s a great dr - great staff!

Aug 22, 2026
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They are very friendly,and they listen to what you have to say.

Aug 22, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
Thank you!!

Aug 22, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
I would recommend to my whole family

Aug 21, 2026
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Great experience. Addressed all concerns and moved ahead with treatment.

Aug 21, 2026
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Excellent caring professionals

Aug 15, 2026
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Good to Dr Ware

Aug 15, 2026
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Dr ware is the best , his staff is great. would recomend him to everyone.

Aug 15, 2026
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He is a awesome Dr and everyone is very friendly and always have smiles on their faces

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
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
Great surgeon, very personable, answered all of my questions and took time to listen to my concerns.

Aug 1, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
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
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
Definitely recommend Dr Ware. Very courteous. Talks so I understand.

Jul 31, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
Extremely knowledgeable and open to my questions. He offered options for my immediate care with a follow up appointment.

Jul 31, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
Best Orthopedic practice.

Jul 30, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
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
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
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
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
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
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
It was all excellent..

Jul 24, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
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
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
He is very personable and take time.

Jul 24, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
He is a good doctor

Jul 17, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
Very caring professional doctor

Jul 10, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
Great Dr. With a Wonderful Staff, Extremely Caring and Helpful With Everything.

Jul 9, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
I would go back to this dr. He Knew what the problem was. Thank you.

Jul 8, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
Would definitely recommend!

Jul 6, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
That Dr. Ware will listen and give you the best advice about your health.

Jul 4, 2026
What would you tell family and friends about your experience with this provider?
Great experience