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Dr. James Sides, MD

Dr. James Sides, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. James Sides, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Columbus, OH and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital and Diley Ridge Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 5 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

51 S Souder Ave Columbus, OH 43222
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(614) 221-3777

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Sides is affiliated with Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital New Albany, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Sides specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Sides' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sides

5.0
14 ratings, 7 with a written review
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Been seeing him for near 40 years. On his recent retirement, I now have to find a new orthopedic doctor.
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
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Delores Snyder – Jun 19, 2024
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Such a nice and personable Dr. very good feeling when you leave his office! Office staff is great too!
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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Beth Wilson – Jun 23, 2020
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Dr Sides is amazing he always explains things to you and spends time with he is never in a rush. He did a parcel knee replacement on me a year ago. Dr Sides always let me make the final decision he never pushed me into surgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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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KN from Columbus Dec 20 2019 – Dec 20, 2019
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Dr. Sides was able to solve 2 issues that had plagued 4 other surgeons that wanted to operate on my back for pain shooting down my leg. During my first visit, he realized that the other diagnosis were completely wrong and my issue was arthritis in my hip. Instead of suggesting surgery, he provided an injection which immediately eliminated the pain I had been going through for 8 months and trying to live with, using pain killers. Not only did he diagnosis me properly but cured the problem, gave me alternatives with 1 office visit. This is how medicine should be practiced!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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steve rossow – Nov 20, 2019
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Dr. Sides fought by my side when I needed knee surgery and wrote amazing letters when I had problems with BWC allowing me to get treatment for my injury. He is a great doctor and has always taken his time with me as far as explaining what is wrong and how he is going to fix it. His office assistant Cassie is amazing, very helpful and gets back with you when she says she will.
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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Linda in Columbus, Ohio – Mar 02, 2018
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Dr.Sides has done two knees, 2001,2003, and a left hip, 2013 for me. his bedside manor and attentiveness is a big reason I go to him for all my orthopedic needs. I feel very comfortable talking to and discussing the problems I am having. He explains everything in simple terms. You just feel like you know what's going on when you leave his office. Plus he has the same great bedside manor after surgery. He's just a good guy. You will like him I promise.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Charles monfort in Grove City, OH – Mar 21, 2016
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Dr. Sides was, and still is an excellent surgeon that is upfront with all the facts. He is direct, doesn't sugar coat the ailment & advises his patients of all options before having to conduct major surgeries. At pre & post op sureries, Dr. Sides always talked with me about the procedure & then followed up with me in my room. He by far is the best suregeon I've had thus far & he makes me comfortable & has my complete confidence.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Chris Richardson in Washington Court House, OH – Dec 18, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Sides, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Columbus, OH and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mount Carmel...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Mt Carmel Hospital Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1986

  • Ohio State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1981

  • Ohio State University

    Undergraduate School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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  • International Congress for Joint Reconstruction, Member

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Locations

Practice

Mid Ohio Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Inc.51 S Souder Ave Columbus, OH 43222
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Diley Ridge Medical Center

    7911 Diley Rd
    Canal Winchester, OH 43110

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

    93%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    92%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mount Carmel New Albany Surgical Hospital

    7333 Smiths Mill Rd
    New Albany, OH 43054
    Recipient of 11
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

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

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    View all awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ohio State University Hospital

    410 W 10th Ave
    Columbus, OH 43210
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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