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Dr. James O Rourke, MD

Dr. James O Rourke, MD

Thoracic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. James O Rourke, MD is a thoracic surgery specialist in Paducah, KY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities Baptist Health Paducah and Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Mercy Health — Heart and Vascular Institute, Cardiothoracic Surgery

1532 Lone Oak Rd Ste 445 Paducah, KY 42003

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(270) 538-5830

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. O Rourke specializes in the areas of General Surgery & Thoracic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. O Rourke's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. O Rourke

4.7

12 ratings, 6 with a written review
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What went well
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What could be improved
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Feb 21, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 28, 2023
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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
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Bob – Feb 24, 2023
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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
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Aug 08, 2018
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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
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Pam Wallace in Po box 87 Gilbertsville ky 42044 – Mar 12, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Josh in St Louis, MO – Dec 18, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

God works through my hands to help cure you of your illness.

  • Thoracic Surgery

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

  • Medical College Of Wisconsin

    Fellowship Hospital, 1992

  • E Tenn St University|st Josephs Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1990

  • St Josephs Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1983

  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
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Thoracic Surgery†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Mercy Health — Heart and Vascular Institute, Cardiothoracic Surgery

Mercy Health — Heart and Vascular Institute, Cardiothoracic Surgery1532 Lone Oak Rd Ste 445 Paducah, KY 42003
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baptist Health Paducah

    2501 Kentucky Ave
    Paducah, KY 42003
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital

    1530 Lone Oak Rd
    Paducah, KY 42003
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 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.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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