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Dr. James Armstrong, MD

Dr. James Armstrong, MD

General Surgery*

Dr. James Armstrong, MD is a general surgeon in Frankfort, KY. He is affiliated with Frankfort Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (16 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Armstrong specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Armstrong's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Armstrong

3.8

16 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
56%
56%
4 Star
13%
13%
3 Star
6%
6%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
25%
25%

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What went well
  • Wait times
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
Helpful
Julie Gray – Feb 02, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 29, 2023
Hi, thanks for the great review! Have a wonderful...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Anne Terwilliger – Mar 13, 2023
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave us...Read More
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Theresa Enlow – Jan 18, 2023
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Thank you for leaving us these kind comments.
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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
Helpful
Jenn – Nov 08, 2022
Hi Jenn, we think we have an incredible staff...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jane Doe – May 13, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Terri – Aug 25, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Fantastic Doctor and Surgeon! – Aug 10, 2019
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care philosophy

My goal is for patients to be comfortable and informed about the decisions we make. Ultimately, I want to provide surgical care that I can be proud of and care I would want for my own family.

biography

James Armstrong, MD is an American Board of Surgery board-certified General Surgeon practicing at Capital Surgical, located in Frankfort, Kentucky. Prior to joining Capital Surgical, Dr. Armstrong worked in Western Kentucky and Southern Indiana...read more
  • General Surgery

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  • University Of Louisville Hospitals

    Residency Hospital
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Frankfort Regional Medical Center

    299 Kings Daughters Dr
    Frankfort, KY 40601
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

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