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Dr. John Cook, MD

Dr. John Cook, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. John Cook, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Newport Beach, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Cook has extensive experience in Hand & Wrist Surgery. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1975. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo and Hoag Hospital Newport Beach. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

1441 Avocado Ave Ste 807 Newport Beach, CA 92660

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Cook is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach Newport Beach, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Cook specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Cook's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cook

3.9
23 ratings, 5 with a written review
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70%
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1 star
26%
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The best Orthopedic Hand Specialist because of his KNOWLEDGE and Care! He gave me options and offered his expertise opinion. He was a great listener and very thorough with his explanations! The staff was awesome too!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Nov 25, 2021
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Twenty-five years ago I broke six bones in my right hand. Dr. Cook put it all back together, with my hand returning to full and complete function, and remains so, to this day, with no sign of Arthritis. A few years later He treated my broken ankle, resulting from a ski mishap, with the same Wonderful result. Thank You Very Much, Dr. Cook
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Walt Carroll – Mar 15, 2020
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He left my 85 year old mother in tears because she needs immediate hand surgery and he doesn't take Medicare. When she refused to sign their waiver of Medicare (which meant Blue Cross wouldn't pay either), she wasn't allowed to even talk to the doctor. How can you treat people like this????
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 04, 2020
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Poor at coordinating care other refering physicians. Doesn't give clear directions/explanation on what needs to be done. Quick to schedule surgeries - that is all he cares about. Unorganized and incompetent staff who lack empathy.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Placentia, CA – Nov 02, 2016
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I am a former eye surgeon who developed rheumatoid arthritis with subsequent hand and finger problems. Dr. Cook has been outstanding in helping me with these problems. I have also had trigger finger surgeries on 2 different fingers by Dr. Cook. The surgeries went very well and I have recovered fully so that I can play guitar comfortably again.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
12 others found this helpful
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Michael F in Laguna Beach, CA – Jan 26, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

We dedicate ourselves to exceptional communication and service with warmth, caring, honesty, excellence and skill to enhance the lives of our patients and their families.

biography

My Approach to Treating Patients

As a Board Certified Hand Surgeon and a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with more than 25 years of specialization, I take a personal and individual approach to caring for my patients.
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  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic 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.

  • Columbia University/ Dept Of Orthopedic Surgery

    Fellowship Hospital, 1980
  • Mcgill University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1979
  • Montreal General Hosp-mcgill University

    Internship Hospital, 1976
  • Montreal General Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1976
  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Medical School, 1975
  • Bowdoin College

    Undergraduate School, 1971
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
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  • California Orthopaedic Association, Member

Locations

Practice

Surinder Saini MD Inc.1441 Avocado Ave Ste 807 Newport Beach, CA 92660
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hoag Hospital Newport Beach

    1 Hoag Dr
    Newport Beach, CA 92663
    Recipient of 8
    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

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    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

    82%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Loma Linda University Medical Center

    11234 Anderson St
    Loma Linda, CA 92350
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 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.

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

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    13% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo

    27700 Medical Center Rd
    Mission Viejo, CA 92691
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    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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