James Duckett's Online Review Report Card

Dr. Duckett was very informative and personable. I was well informed with my surgery, treatment and recovery throughout the process. My shoulder is back to normal and I am playing golf and tennis once again pain free. Thank you for a very positive experience.

Dr Duckett is kind, knowledgeable and caring. I will be having a TKR soon and I appreciate how he gently answers all of my questions . His awesome skills truly inspire confidence and I admire how he puts my mind at ease with each office visit . In addition, his nurses and surgery scheduler Jennifer are thorough and take extra time explaining each procedure . I highly recommend the Academy Ortho Group on Carter Rd .

I was referred to Dr. Duckett to perform a specific surgery he specializes in. Laparoscopic repair of a hip tear and iliopsoas lengthening. I greatly appreciated Dr. Ducketts decision to perform this surgery on me at 70 year(!) while the usual age limit for such a procedure is age 50 I think mainly because of absence of arthritis in the area I was NOT a hip replacement candidate. The process was outpatient with minimal discomfort and down time. I was mobile and pain free within a week. Regular PT exercises helped to regain muscle strength and 3 months later I am fully active and enjoying a new level of mobility and wellness. Dr. Duckett explained the procedure and recovery process in detail, showed me pictures of the laparoscopic surgery areas afterwards and followed up personally and on the phone on my healing progress. I have been a patient of Academy Orthopedics for many years at both offices and have had very good results with all my sport insuries. GREAT staff!

Love Dr Duckett, had a total knee replacement done the 1st of the year. For the first time in over 5 years I’m able to ride my bike, and am pain free for the first time in over 20 years. Thank you Dr Duckett

Fantastic care. Totally recommend Dr Duckett for Hip surgery. He did wonderful surgery on my 86 year old father. He never even hurt after surgery. Recovery was amazing

I went to Dr. Duckett in Oct. 2018 for extreme knee pain. My MRI showed I had a medial meniscus tear and the radiologist suggested the possibility of an additional tear; however, due to a screw in my knee, he could not see it for sure. My first appointment with Dr. Duckett he kept stating my pain was not indicative of a medial meniscus tear. But he wanted me to go through 2 weeks of physical therapy. I was still barely able to put weight on my knee after the 2 weeks of therapy. On my return visit in Nov. 2018 to Dr. Duckett, he had an attitude. He acted as if I was making up my injury. He even told me to see one of his colleagues if I wanted a 2nd opinion. Nope, I went to another surgeon for a 2nd opinion and he immediately told me I needed surgery. After my knee surgery on Dec. 7th 2018, I was told ( and shown pics of) both my medial and lateral meniscus tears. I am 90% better now. NO THANKS TO DR. JAMES DUCKETT!!! Patient Beware! Don't let the 5 stars fool you, like it did me!!!

Today was the first time I met Dr. Duckett. He was very friendly, polite and made me feel right at easeand all his office staff did the same. I will definitely continue to see him for my hip or any other orthopedic problems.

Fantastic doctor and surgeon. Really listened to my concerns and answered all my questions.

When our 95 year old mother fell & fractured her femur, Dr. Duckett performed surgery to insert a rod & two screws. We have been very pleased with the care he has provided. He explained the surgical process so it was clear on what would be done. Our mothers recovery has been amazing & we credit God & Dr. Duckett for how well she has done. Dr. Duckett has been on time at every appointment & he does an excellent job explaining how the xrays look & takes time to answer questions. His office staff is very good, very professional. We would highly recommend Dr. Duckett.

Had an appointment with Dr Duckett at 4:15 pm. Received a call that day to come in early, the dr. Had to go to surgery. I asked my boss for a favor and left work early, losing an hr of pay. Got to the office at 3:30 as per request. I sat there until my original appointment time. I did all I could to accommodate the dr. Do you think he cares. NO WAY,,

Had an appointment with Dr Duckett at 4:15 pm. Received a call that day to come in early, the dr. Had to go to surgery. I asked my boss for a favor and left work early, losing an hr of pay. Got to the office at 3:30 as per request. I sat there until my original appointment time. I did all I could to accommodate the dr. Do you think he cares. NO WAY,,

Excellent surgeon and very informative during the entire process.

My elderly father waited almost two hours to be seen by the doctor. We were leaving the exam room and the doctor was standing to the left. My father really wanted to leave but I talked him in to allowing the doctor to see him. My father is determined not to go back.

I will NEVER recommend Dr. Duckett to anyone. He was arrogant and showed a lack of belief in my condition even though my Xray and MRI showed different. After my 2nd visit with Dr. Puckett, I researched another doctor and received the surgery, respect and professionalism ALL patients deserved (even an single African American female)!!

I had a full knee replacement in 2018. I was denied by at least 5 surgeons before I met Dr. Ducket. He was the only doctor that was able to fix my knee. He is very understanding and actually fought with the insurance company to get this surgery covered. (they denied my 48 hours before surgery) My scar is minimal and recovery was easy. It has only been about 7 months, and I can work out, dance, do splits and have nearly full range of motion with no complications. Best Doctor Ever ! ! !

I met Dr. Duckett by luck in the ER after breaking both ankles. He came in on a Sunday and explained the sugery I would need to repair both ankles, He has a great bedside manner, listens and compromises when he can for the benefit of the patient. His staff has all been pleasant and helpful. I would recommend him to anyone needing and orthopedic procedure. Thank you so much Dr. Duckett for the awesome treatment thus far!!

My son was a patient of Dr. Duckett's. He performed surgery on my son removing pins from his foot from a prior surgery. He is a good surgeon that is very thorough with his patients. The surgery center was clean and comfortable. His staff is kind and attentive. Would highly recommend them to anyone in need of orthopedic treatment or orthopedic surgery.

Dr Duckett did a hip replacement on me that no other dr wanted to do ,because of my young age .No dr i saw cared about how long and how much pain I was in but dr. Duckett .I only saw him once in the office before he scheduled me for surgery. My fiancee went with me to every appointment and Dr. D was always so much fun for us to talk to .He said he got a good feeling about him when he met dr. D which really calmed my nerves .I am ESPECIALLY happy with my scar,it is ammazingly small for all that went on.Thank you so much Dr.Duckett you changed my LIFE!!!!!😀

Dr. Duckett took care of the screws for my femoral neck fracture. He was professional, patient, and very caring...I wouldn't want to need him again...but if I or my family/friends need orthopedic surgery he will be our go-to.

Had surgery on my broken wrist. Dr Duckett did the surgery and my wrist is now 100%! He did a phenomenal job, screws and plates and all! Thank You so very much!