John C. Cook, MD

Specialties:

General Surgery
Patient Rating
4.9/5 (Based on 383 ratings)
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Dr. John Cook is a Jonesboro native and has chosen to build his practice here helping to advance the techniques and solutions offered through surgery. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Arkansas State University and earned his Medical Doctorate from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock. He completed his residency in general surgery from LSU Hospital in Shreveport, Louisiana before returning to Jonesboro in 1986 to begin his practice. He is an active member of the Medical Staff at St Bernard Medical Center and The Outpatient Surgery Center of Jonesboro. He is an accomplished surgeon and remains active in the Craighead-Poinsett County and Arkansas State Medical Societies as well as being a Fellow in the American College of Surgeons.

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Gender:

Male

Languages:

English

Medical School

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Residency

Louisiana State University Medical Center

Fellowship

American College of Surgeons

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Ratings and Reviews

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Reviews

5
October 23, 2025
I always get treated very well there. I recognize the same nurses caring for me each visit, which I like, and Dr Cook is absolutely wonderful!
5
October 23, 2025
St.Bernards have the best doctors and staff in North East Arkansas.
5
October 16, 2025
Dr. Cook is the best.
5
October 16, 2025
Great place
5
October 13, 2025
Dr. Cook and his staff were exceptional, professional and very friendly.
5
October 13, 2025
I really appreciate the care I got.
5
October 13, 2025
Love Dr Cook and his staff also
5
October 09, 2025
Dr. Cook and Vicky take their time while in the exam room. They don't rush you through. They answer every question while listening to your every concern. Best around!!!
5
September 29, 2025
The medical Information that as a client comes in to fill out should be all online. I feel like I am filling out the same Paperwork over and over and over Why isn't it streamlined
5
September 29, 2025
The wait was too long today. I was told to be there 20 min PROIR to my appt but wasn't seen until and hour and 15 min later! This was unusual and I hope that do not have to wait that long again. Maybe appointments are booked too close together and need a greater amount of time to be allowed for patients to have discussions with the doctors.
5
September 25, 2025
Dr Cook and his staff are always great!
5
September 25, 2025
Dr. Cook is an excellent doctor. His group is excellent.
5
September 22, 2025
Dr. Cook was very professional and explained the procedure and went to great lengths to make sure that I was comfortable, his nurses and staff was as well.
5
September 22, 2025
The doctor and nurses were very knowledgeable. Thank you!
5
September 15, 2025
Out of ALL the doctors I have seen in my 62 years of life, with one of those even being a long time friend of the family, I still have to place Dr. Cook and his office staff in the TOP 3 I've seen in my LIFETIME. From the time I entered the office I felt that I was in a safe space with caring people. I have never given any Physicians office such a rating, but if I had to choose a Doctor and a staff to serve as an example to all other U.S. Physicians,I would choose THIS STAFF and THIS PHYSICIAN as that role model. As a leading hospital in this area I hope that you at St.Bernards also realize what an exceptional team you have in Dr. Cook's Group, and that they are given the appreciation they deserve,as they only make St Bernard's look even better. All my children were born at St Bernard's over the years and I still prefer St Bernard's above all other hospitals. It is doctors like Dr.Cook who make that choice so obvious.
5
September 15, 2025
Excellent team and care.
5
September 11, 2025
Dr Cook, the nurses & staff are always very nice there.
5
September 11, 2025
Front desk people do not seem happy
5
September 08, 2025
Dr. Cook and his staff was awesome. Just very informative, explained everything. We felt better when we left there than when we got there.
5
September 08, 2025
Dr. Cook was awesome. He checked me. He was very nice. He explained everything. He was awesome, the best. He was a 10 plus, plus, plus, plus. And Vicki, his nurse practitioner, was very helpful and very good, and the staff was excellent. So the overall visit was excellent, and they do an excellent job. Thank you.
5
September 04, 2025
I was very calm because I and my family members are have always been treated very well. We trust that Dr. Cook has a very good knowledge about his practices, stays up with current trends, and
5
August 25, 2025
Dr. Cook is the best
5
August 25, 2025
Dr Cook is very kind and a great physician. He treats you not only like a patient but a friend
5
August 25, 2025
Everyone was very kind and helpful, couldn't ask for better
5
August 25, 2025
I have recommended the surgeon and clinic to others.
5
August 21, 2025
Everyone is courteous, caring and minimizes wait time.
5
August 18, 2025
Very Pleased, Always fast friendly service,
5
August 18, 2025
I am always treated with kindness, respect and professionalism.
5
July 31, 2025
I love Dr. Cook! He's very compassionate about his patients. He truly cares!
5
July 31, 2025
Dr John Cook is a wonderful surgeon. His nurses and staff are great. He also has a great bedside manner and as a surgeon he made me feel I could put myself in his hands. I trust Dr Cook.
5
July 14, 2025
Every one was very attentive and was very polite to my family and Dr. Cook and his nurse was very nice to me
5
July 14, 2025
So patient and kind
5
July 10, 2025
Thankful to have knowledgeable, caring health care providers in Jonesboro
5
July 07, 2025
Dr. Cook and his APN are so patient and caring. They listen and give feedback. They make suggestions and go out of their way to make me feel safe, comfortable and valued.
5
July 07, 2025
Dr Cook & his team are great.
5
June 26, 2025
Dr Cook and nurse Vickie are excellent
5
June 26, 2025
It was good
5
June 23, 2025
The breast cancer navigation is such a positive experience
5
June 23, 2025
I LOVE Dr John Cook! He's outstanding!!
5
June 19, 2025
Dr. Cook & his team are very caring and thorough.
5
June 16, 2025
The receptionist said I had 10 minutes late. Her appt was at 1220 and I had it at 1230. She acted like she was going to renew the appointment.
5
June 16, 2025
St Bernard's Surgical Associates has proven over and over that they do a great job, and they have helped both me and my husband to "better health". We consider our guides, but also our friends in the community.
4
June 12, 2025
I got a text and it didn't tell me which one of my doctors it was and it didn't tell me what it was for. That was my only complaint. Thank you.
5
June 09, 2025
Always excellent care.
5
June 09, 2025
They made me feel comfortable about the question and fear that I have . They didn't make me feel uncomfortable, or dumb about anything they explained as they went along what the procedures was for and after very respectful
5
June 05, 2025
Exhalent service
5
June 02, 2025
Everyone was wonderful, caring and explained everything. Felt safe and secure with Entire staff.
5
May 29, 2025
Love Dr Cook, He's one of a kind!!!
5
May 19, 2025
Dr Cook and Vicky have taken very good care of me. I feel like they care about me personally.
5
May 19, 2025
Dr. Cook was extremely professional, kind, and very informative, along with his nurses. I had a great experience.
5
May 19, 2025
I have been a patient of Dr Cook's for 4 years now and I am always treated with respect and understanding! Any problem, even if it's small, is addressed accordingly and I always feel like I am very well taken care of! Thank you, Dr Cook and staff!
5
May 19, 2025
People very on hand. Loved my doctor and nurses
5
May 19, 2025
Dr Cook is a great physician!
5
May 12, 2025
So thankful for Dr. Cook. He's very concerned about his patients. He's very invested in their care. He always takes his time to answer all questions. He never makes you feel rushed. He takes his time to really listen and offers great feedback.
5
May 05, 2025
Very professional and thorough. Very competent treatment.
5
May 05, 2025
Dr. Cook and Nurse was very polite and welcomed me to Arkansas and to the facility
5
May 05, 2025
As usual dr cook listened to everything I said.
5
May 05, 2025
I really enjoyed the meeting
5
May 01, 2025
Dr. Cook is great. I have received excellent care.
5
May 01, 2025
Dr cook and his team are amazing!!!! I have nothing but praise! From the time I walk in the door until the time I leave. Each and every person I encounter is always happy and helpful!
5
April 28, 2025
Very friendly n courteous staff
5
April 28, 2025
Dr Cook and Staff are the best!!
5
April 24, 2025
I hope Dr Cook never retires!
5
April 24, 2025
I have the best doctor's at St. Bernards. And the best staff that's for sure.
5
April 21, 2025
They were on time with appointment. Didn't have to sit and wait for hours
5
April 21, 2025
PARKING / MORE
5
April 21, 2025
Always get treated well and Dr Cook and his staff are the best!
5
April 14, 2025
All went very well! I feel much more confident that I will receive the best care here than anywhere in Memphis.
5
April 14, 2025
Dr Cook in my opinion is the most caring doctor on the planet! His staff is wonderful! I have absolutely no complaints about him and his staff
5
April 07, 2025
Dr. Cook, Vicky and the rest of the staff always treat me with respect and kindness. They provide the best of care and I do recommend them often to friends and family
5
April 07, 2025
Wonderful treatment at Dr. Cook's office.
5
April 07, 2025
Dr Cook and his staff are the most caring group I have ever had !!
5
April 07, 2025
Dr Cook and staff were very nice and friendly.
5
April 07, 2025
Dr. Cook is the most caring doctor and surgeon I have ever had. He genuinely cares for his patients. Dr. Cook and his staff are the best!
5
March 31, 2025
The staff at JSA are always very professional and treat me with so much kindness. I can tell they truly care about the well being of their patients!
5
March 24, 2025
As always my visit was patient focus and totally focus on my needs.
5
March 24, 2025
Thank you Dr Cook and Staff
5
March 20, 2025
I had to be there at 11:20 and I didn't get out until 2 o'clock. That is an extremely long time to have to wait.
5
March 20, 2025
Love Dr. Cook!!!! He's amazing!!
5
March 20, 2025
One of the best medical teams I have ever seen.
5
March 20, 2025
Dr Cook has been my doctor for over 30 years Other family members see him as well. I'm glad he was the one who did my surgery. The team that works with him are very nice too
5
March 10, 2025
Dr Cook is the greatest
5
March 10, 2025
They are good
5
March 06, 2025
Dr. Cook and his nurse are kind but professional. I generally resent having to go to a doctor, but in this case, I am happy. Dr. Cook does a thorough exam, lets me know immediately what he's found, and lets me know what, if anything, needs to be done. It's rare, these days, to find a doctor like Dr. Cook, who doesn't just look at you, ask questions, note everything on a pad, and tell you the office will call later with a diagnosis. It may seem efficient, but is dehumanizing. I know that he has my best interest at heart, and appreciate him.
5
March 06, 2025
Everyone is nice from the time you walk in until you walk out. I would recommend them to everyone.
5
March 03, 2025
I feel like I have found the right place
5
February 27, 2025
JOB Well DOING
5
February 27, 2025
Thanks Dr. Cook for taking my concerns seriously and following up. I really appreciated it.
5
February 24, 2025
I am comfortable when I am there. Techs seem to know what might upset me and they address it before it becomes a problem
5
February 10, 2025
Thank For Your Service May God Continue to Bless Each and Everyone of You
5
February 10, 2025
I'm always nervous, because I do not know what is going to be found, the doctor told me my Mammogram was clear I thanked Jesus right then. The new gowns were great, thank you.
5
February 06, 2025
Very satisfied
5
February 03, 2025
They care for you as a person not a cold stranger
5
January 30, 2025
They are so nice and always make me feel like they are glad to see me!
5
January 30, 2025
Always treated kindly
5
January 30, 2025
Every person who works at Surgical Associates is friendly, courteous, and professional. I have recommended Dr. Cook and his staff numerous times. I feel like they are not only providing my medical care; they are now my friends!
5
January 30, 2025
Dr Cook and staff always treat you like family
5
January 27, 2025
Was attended to timely.
4
January 27, 2025
The waiting time to see the doctor was very long.
5
January 23, 2025
They treated me with care and compassion. That treatment was needed to help me feel calm.
5
January 23, 2025
Everything was fine
5
January 20, 2025
Had to wait too long Heater in exam room was way too hot
5
January 16, 2025
Efficient professional staff that is friendly and welcoming
5
January 13, 2025
Have had an amazing 5 years with the best doctors I trust about Cancer would never go any where else
5
January 09, 2025
Dr Cook is a very professional and compassionate person. I am pleased with the fare I have received from him and have the utmost respect for him and his staff.
5
January 09, 2025
I always feel like a special patient when I visit.
5
January 06, 2025
I had a lot of anxiety when I entered, but the staff and Dr. Cook listened to my concerns and addressed them in an informative and a caring manner. I felt much more at ease by the time I left.
5
January 02, 2025
Dr. Cook and his staff are excellent!
5
December 30, 2024
Dr. Cook and Vicki are very knowledgeable and also very kind. There were no negatives in this experience. Thanks to all.
5
December 19, 2024
Dr. Cook and his Associates are excellent caregivers. I would recommend them to anyone.
5
December 12, 2024
Everyone in Dr John Cook's office is outstanding. They always put me at ease & make me feel welcome. With my breast cancer diagnosis in (redacted) 2023, he performed a double mastectomy on me on (redacted date). I've been seeing him for follow up visits ever since. He's amazing! Such a kind, compassionate man.
5
December 12, 2024
This surgical group is great! The office is easy and convenient to get to, but it's the people behind the desks, behind the phones, in the office, and the nurses, doctors and surgeons that make this clinic what it is. They are upbeat and encouraging, are there for the patient, and they make me feel like they truly care. I already know how knowledgeable they are, and how gifted they are in their profession. Their personalities and instructions show me they care, and prove to me that they want the best for me. I trust them, and am grateful to have them as my medical team.
5
November 25, 2024
I love Dr John Cook and all of his staff. They are AMAZING....
5
November 25, 2024
I enjoyed my visit with Dr. Cook and his staff. They provided me with a lot of information about by procedure. I was pleased with my visit.
5
November 18, 2024
Excellent service and great employee
5
November 18, 2024
John always listens to me. And provides answers I need to hear.
5
November 14, 2024
Everyone at Jonesboro Surgical is very nice & knowledgeable. I wouldn't want to go to anyone else.
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