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Dr. James Ellner, MD

Dr. James Ellner, MD

Interventional Pain Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. James Ellner, MD is an interventional pain medicine physician in Woodstock, GA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from St George's University in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Northside Hospital Cherokee and Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (31 reviews)

Practice

120 Stonebridge Pkwy Ste 420 Woodstock, GA 30189
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(770) 544-1000

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ellner specializes in the area of Anesthesiology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Ellner's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ellner

4.3

31 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 Star
74%
74%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
13%
13%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 17, 2025
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 28, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Susan Warren – Feb 24, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 17, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sharon H Jackson – May 16, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mark Z – Jul 23, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Robert B – Oct 30, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Canton, GA – Jun 21, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Virginia Burns in Canton – Dec 23, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
M. Martina goscha in Marietta, GA – Jun 06, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Benny in Canton, GA – Oct 15, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Marshall W. in Huntington Station, NY – Oct 07, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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diane church in woodstock ga. – Aug 29, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 people found this helpful
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Marilyn Gold (patients mother) in Acworth, GA – Aug 16, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tom Dillon in Jacksonville, FL – Jun 13, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Your Life is Waiting for You

  • Interventional Pain Medicine

  • Anesthesiology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University South Fla

    Residency Hospital, 1992

  • Umdnj Newark

    Internship Hospital, 1989

  • Umdnj-newark

    Internship Hospital, 1989

  • St George's University

    Medical School, 1988

  • Emory University

    Undergraduate School, 1982
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American Board of Anesthesiology®
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Locations

Practice

Samson Pain Center PC120 Stonebridge Pkwy Ste 420 Woodstock, GA 30189
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northside Hospital Cherokee

    450 Northside Cherokee Blvd
    Canton, GA 30115
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    19% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Piedmont Mountainside

    1266 Highway 515 S
    Jasper, GA 30143
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center

    677 Church St NE
    Marietta, GA 30060
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 2% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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