James P. Hooten Jr., MD
Orthopaedic Surgeon
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One of the reasons I chose to specialize in joint replacement and joint reconstruction was actually seeing the difference you can make for patients. When a person comes in and arthritis has essentially robbed them of their quality of life and is keeping them from doing the things they enjoy doing, or want to do or even need to do, to see the difference when they come back after surgery with a smile and a tremendous weight lifted from them, able to return to the things that make life worth living, is one of the rewarding things about what I do in orthopaedics. Taking care of people involves a team, not only the nurses, physical therapists, other specialists and me, but also the patient -- making sure that they know what’s going on. What’s important is not just what I do in the operating room or in managing care after surgery. It’s also teaching the patient, giving them the knowledge about what’s going on with their bodies so they can make good decisions. Empowering patients to have an impact on their health now and in years to come is very important.
- Clinical Faculty in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery 2025
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He listened to me! Took time to see exactly what I was having difficulties with and went over a plan to help me.
An exceptional department with a dedicated care team providing comfort, support, explanations to me facing a first-time major surgery.
Excellent physician!!! He is very knowledgeable, personal, and caring. It’s always a pleasure to see Dr. Hooten.
Dr. Hooten is an excellent doctor. His staff is excellent.
I am excitedl that my medical issues will be rectified.
I have told everyone Dr. Hooten was great, my life is so good since he did my surgery
As I stated previously, Dr. Hooten is an excellent doctor who cares about his patients!!
Dr'. Hooten was genuine. He took time to hear what I had to say when he asked a question. I did not feel like he was "acting" concerned and interested, but he was genuinely attentive to me and not making me feel like I had to hurry because he was having to go to the next patient. I genuinely look forward to my visit with him!!