James W. Cox, MD

Cardiologist

4.9/5 (139 ratings) 24 comments

Dr. Cox enjoys the combination of technology and hands-on patient care that the field of cardiology brings together. Dr. Cox has been married since 1985 to an Oak Ridge native. In his spare time, Dr. Cox enjoys UT sports, going to the lake and golfing.

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About Me

Gender: Male

Languages Spoken:
English

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Board-certified cardiologist and fellowship-trained electrophysiologist specializing in: cardiac electrophysiology, radio frequency ablations, loop recorder, AFib, ventricular tachycardia and cardiac rhythm management devices (for example, pacemakers, implantable cardiac defibrillators)

Specialties:
Cardiac Electrophysiology, Cardiology

Education & Credentials

Medical School

Medical School, University of Tennessee, Memphis, TN, 1984

Internships

Internal Medicine, University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, TN

Residencies

Internal Medicine, University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, TN, 1987

Fellowships

Cardiology, Louisiana State University Medical Center, 1990

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease American Board of Electrophysiology, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology

Where I See Patients

University Cardiology

1940 Alcoa HighwayBuilding E, Suite 310Knoxville, TN 37920

Phone: 865-544-2800

Fax: 865-544-6812

Directions
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My Ratings & Reviews

overall experience

139 ratings

4.9
  • Likelihood of recommending this provider

    4.9

  • Provider explained things clearly

    4.9

  • Provider showed concern

    4.9

  • Provider included you in decisions

    4.9

  • How likely is it that you would recommend this provider to a friend or family

    5.0

24 Patient Reviews

The highest number the select. The doctor is great. As been my doctor for 20 years and no questions of his dissection
5.0
October 24, 2024
Dr cox explains well and gives you plenty of time
5.0
October 5, 2024
Always good.
5.0
October 3, 2024
Dr Cox was very knowledgeable and caring. Help me understand and make decisions to move forward.
5.0
September 21, 2024
The Dr. Discussed my condition and steps to take in the future to address issues and exspectstiond overall. Very pleased.
4.3
September 20, 2024
Dr. Cox took the time with me explaining and discussing my concerns and why keeping the current medication regimen was best for my situation.
5.0
September 15, 2024
Everyone and everything was perfect.
5.0
September 13, 2024
Dr. COX and his team are simply- the best! God sent me to them and all went well! Also the anesthesia staff phenomenal!
5.0
September 10, 2024
Dr. Cox always communicates well and includes me in decisions about treatment.
5.0
July 9, 2024
Dr. Cox is easy to deal with, is thorough in explaining care and has a genuine concern for patients.
5.0
June 24, 2024
Very easy to discuss concerns or questions with doctor or NP. Goes over tests results done while there
5.0
May 22, 2024
Dr. Cox is the best heart surgeon in [...]. I would rate him a 100.
5.0
May 8, 2024
Dr. Cox is truly an exceptional physician. He takes the time to listen, and explains everything on our level. [...]
5.0
May 8, 2024
Dr. James Cox is an outstanding and caring doctor!
5.0
March 29, 2024
Dr. James Cox is most attentive to my concerns and he was aware of other health issues that affect my heart health.
5.0
February 26, 2024
Dr James Cox is wonderful!
5.0
February 22, 2024
My physician very good about explaining procedures.
4.5
February 9, 2024
Very good dr
5.0
February 8, 2024
Wonderful CARE!
5.0
February 8, 2024
Good.
5.0
January 9, 2024
Dr. Cox took great care to explain procedure [...]
5.0
January 3, 2024
Extensive thorough discussion regarding anti coagulation indications, risks, etc.
5.0
December 22, 2023
Dr. Cox was very good at explaining and listening.
5.0
December 6, 2023
Dr. Cox was very pleasant and patient with our many questions.
5.0
December 1, 2023