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Dr. James Maguire Jr, MD

Dr. James Maguire Jr, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. James Maguire Jr, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Knoxville, TN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 186 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (186 reviews)

Practice

1422 Old Weisgarber Rd Knoxville, TN 37909

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Maguire Jr specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Maguire Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Maguire Jr

4.7
186 ratings, 135 with a written review
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Lumbar Fusion
I saw Dr Maguire for my back pain, which had become severe. After looking at my xrays, he explained what the problem was and my options. At my degree of degeneration, Fusion seemed the only realistic option. I had decompression and Fusion of L2 thru S1. At 4 weeks out I already feel much improved and better every day.From my experience, Dr Maguire is a straightforward, skilled Doctor. I would trust him with my care.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Aug 31, 2023
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None better!
He is a great surgeon and a great person. I wholeheartedly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jim – Feb 15, 2023
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One of the best orthopedic surgeons!
I've been under the care of Dr. Maguire for over a decade and he has performed 3 neck fusions on me over that time in addition to other issues I've had. I'm not going into a lengthy history, I'm just going to say he is one of the most skilled, caring and sociable doctors ever! You couldn't do better than having him take care of you.
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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LuvNorrisLake – Jan 10, 2023
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Dr Maguire
I have trusted Dr Maguire with my spine care for 20 years. Neck fusion in 1992, excellent job and just now with L4-L5 surgery. I highly recommend Dr Maguire for any issue concerning the spine. I have referred my son and friends to him and will continue to do so as I am doing great after this procedure. Thank you Dr Maguire!!!
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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William P Lambert – Sep 07, 2022
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Lower back, leg and foot pain
Dr Maguire is great! Not much aim at all. I would go back to him in a minute
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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Deborah Hollifield – Aug 01, 2022
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Excellent pain free results
Dr Maguire is an excellent spine surgeon and has a very sincere caring bedside manner. He performed a discectomy on my S1-L5 herniated disc 6 years ago and relieved all of my pain. When it reherniated 6 years later he did S1-L5 fusion surgery and again relieved all of my sciatic pain. I am 4.5 weeks out of surgery and moving well with no pain. He is the best!! Highly recommend!!
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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Kim Bartlett – Jun 27, 2022
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Wonderful Dr.
Dr. Maguire is a wonderful doctor. He operated on my back five years ago and Did a fantastic job. He has a great bedside manner and will absolutely tell you if you truly need surgery. I have seen him for other back pain and he’s always great! Would highly recommend him.
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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Pat – Mar 18, 2022
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My surgery with Dr. Maguire was very successful. Still having pain but it's only been around five weeks since surgery. I would highly recommend Dr. Maguire to all my friends!! KOC should feel very proud to have him on staff...
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 others found this helpful
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Estle – Jan 17, 2022
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Dr. Maguire carefully listened to me while I explained my problem. He then scheduled me for an MRI. After the MRI he he explained in detail what he had found and that he was sure he could help me. After suffering for years having several back injections, therapy and doctors visits I was so happy to find a doctor that could help me. I immediately felt relief after my decompression surgery, not complete relief but that will come after I heal. Dr. Maguire helped me when I was just about to give up hope of ever finding relief for the numbness and pain I was experiencing in my legs. You can tell he loves helping people live normal pain free lives. I highly recommend him for any back issues you might have.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Fred R. Bowman – Dec 16, 2021
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Dr Maguire is such a blessing. He's kind, professional and knows his stuff. Always takes time to explain and listen
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Bonnie Jeseo – Dec 08, 2021
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Dr. Maguire has been a true blessing. I was bedridden about 8 months with severe nerve pain in my hip, leg and foot. Dr. Maguire did decompression and fusion surgery and the pain was gone post-op. He is caring and compassionate. I tell him every visit that he saved my life. I highly recommend him.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Oct 29, 2021
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After undergoing PT, spinal shots, nothing helped for long. Dr. Fry sent me to see Dr. Maguire, we discussed surgery for spinal stenosis. We set it up and I had surgery on April 21. The surgery sent well, I came home two days later. I have little or no pain on my left side, I still have some numbness in left foot, which may eventually go away. I am looking forward to doing things again once I am completely healed. Dr. Maguire is a very good surgeon.
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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L. Kelly – May 04, 2021
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After being in extreme pain for over two months, Dr. Maguire diagnosed my problem, offered solutions & ultimately performed surgery. I am so pleased with my pain-free results. I highly recommend Dr. Maguire to any who need an Ortho Dr., as he is excellent, knowledgeable & skilled.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Cheryl Milton – Apr 23, 2021
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Great visit . This guy knows what he is doing.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 14, 2021
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I highly recommend Dr. Maguire. He has a great bedside manner. He works with his patients to figure out the best treatment plan. He explains everything in a way that you can understand and doesn't talk to you like your a Dr
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 other person found this helpful
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Tonya – Apr 09, 2021
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Dr Maguire has done 2 of my surgery's . Both involved lower back. Both times he was always professional and listened and gave me options to try to avoid surgery. Unfortunately they required surgery to repair the damage . He listens and shows concern and is a busy man but stops to take the time to answer questions. I believe he truly is a talent in what he does. Hopefully this second surgery will get the pressure off of the nerves in my S1 area. Thank you for caring.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Randall L Leopper – Mar 04, 2021
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I was very pleased with the service and treatment I received with Dr. Maguire and his staff. I was in extreme back pain , but wanted to avoid surgery if possible. Thanks to Dr Maguire suggestions, the injection worked wonderfully. I am back to my normal activities and enjoying life once again. A big thanks to everyone who helped me achieve this goal.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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“Mr. Dal” – Feb 18, 2021
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Dr. Maguire & his staff were all very pleasant and professional. I have recommended Dr. Maguire to friends with back problems.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Rita Eden – Feb 18, 2021
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Dr Maguire did a phenomenal job in restoring my comfort and quality of life. In a short period my root symptoms have disappeared and I'm back to full operation. His staff was courteous and helpful with all my questions and the entire experience was wonderful.
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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Rob Crocker – Jan 26, 2021
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Very helpful. Shot he recommended has given me relief from the pain in my back.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 19, 2020
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Dr. James Maguire Jr, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Knoxville, TN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Orthotennessee PC1422 Old Weisgarber Rd Knoxville, TN 37909
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Practice

Orthotennessee PC7750 Dannaher Dr Powell, TN 37849
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Tennova Physicians Regional Medical Center7565 Dannaher Dr Powell, TN 37849
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Practice

Orthotennessee PC260 Fort Sanders West Blvd Knoxville, TN 37922
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Tennova Healthcare North Knoxville Medical Center

    7565 Dannaher Dr
    Powell, TN 37849
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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