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Dr. R James Renfro Jr, MD

Dr. R James Renfro Jr, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. R James Renfro Jr, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Nashville, TN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee - Memphis in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as TriStar Centennial Medical Center and TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 58 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (58 reviews)

Practice

394 Harding Pl Nashville, TN 37211

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Dr. Renfro Jr's Reviews

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4.8
58 ratings, 44 with a written review
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treated me for septic arthritis. had to dismantle parts of both knees and replace those parts. "Power washed" insides of artificial knees to replace new parts. meantime as a hospital patient I was on IV antibiotics. Each time Dr. Renfro visited me he was very informative and reassuring. This occurred in 2018. After I healed from that ordeal, he replaced both shoulders. I am still kicking and I thought/think he is the best!!
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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Jacqueline Ping – Nov 01, 2024
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I had a short wait for Dr. Renfro and the office staff was very thoughtful and helpful. The nurses were kind and helpful. Dr. Renfro was helpful in explaining the causes and treatments for my diagnosis.
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
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Mar 28, 2024
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Dr. Renfro is fantastic with my daughter.
Dr. Renfro was great at explaining things to my teenaged daughter to where she could understand her injury. He, and the staff were all fantastic.
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
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Mar 26, 2024
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Dr. Renfro
I had a very short wait before getting to meet with Dr. Renfro. The check in was easy and fast. DI have been a patient of Dr Renfro for several years, as has my family. We think he is the best.
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 other person found this helpful
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Jan 25, 2024
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Great Knee doctor!!
Dr Renfro saw me before my scheduled appointment time and explained the causes of my knee pain, in detail, after X-rays. Very reassuring to know what is causing pain and what the future holds for my knees.
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 other person found this helpful
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Finest knee doctor – Nov 15, 2023
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Excellent Dr. with friendly engaging personality
Dr. Renfro is an excellent doctor. He helps with your current issue, but also provides guidance to help you going forward. He does an excellent job diagnosing your issue. Friendly and engaging personality. He has a very good staff that helps him.
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
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Nov 14, 2023
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excellent
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 13, 2023
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Expertise and Friendly
Dr. Renfro has been my Orthopedic doctor for 10+ yrs. Visits are always great
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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Great Doctor – Feb 23, 2023
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Very straightforward
He’s awesome!
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
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 24, 2022
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Dr. Renfro is the best!!!!
I certainly appreciate the quick response from Dr. Renfro's office concerning my visit. He was able to alleviate my concerns quickly and in layman's terms.
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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Melinda – Aug 15, 2022
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Dr. Renfro is an excellent Orthopedic surgeon. He always takes time to explain all your options. The staff and technicians are always pleasant and very helpful. My husband and I have been his patients for over 15 years.
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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Aug 10, 2022
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Outstanding Doctor!
Frequent flier with Dr. Renfro. Multiple knee and shoulder surgeries. Very competent physician. Excellent diagnostician. Explains conditions and procedures clearly and concisely.
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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David T – Jul 26, 2022
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Dr Renfro
Very good visit. After x-ray and discussion of pain, he gave instructions and advice on solving the problem.
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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Larry Gray – Jun 14, 2022
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Like doc and staff, BUT...
Like doc and staff, BUT I can't get him to call me back about test results and what he recommends I do next.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
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Vivian Rinaldo – Jun 03, 2022
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Hip Discomfort
Dr. Renfro took the time to explain what was happening, reviewed the ex-rays in great detail and offered all the options to resolve my concern.
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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Yolanda Hardge – May 27, 2022
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Emergency cortisone shot
I didn’t have an appointment but they “worked me in” because I was going on vacation the next day. I was desperate and Dr. Renfro helped me out. The whole staff was great
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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Harriet Lambert – May 14, 2022
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Excellent experience
Have used Dr Renfro with our very active family for many years. He is attentive and avoids surgery unless it’s truly needed. Numerous soccer injuries with the kids, husband’s very involved shoulder repair, my ACL replacement & meniscus repair, then many years later a new hip. Most recently I needed evaluation on an arthritic knee & was give a steroid shot. His office staff is friendly and accommodating. 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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D Pope – Apr 07, 2022
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My visit was very good as expected Dr. Renfro has served me well in repairing my many injuries over the years, I definitely have a great deal of confidence in his decision when it is pertaining to my Health. Thank you!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dennis Ray – Mar 16, 2022
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He was a courteous and compitent physician. Helped me tremendously with my problem.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Pattie Hardimon – Feb 16, 2022
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Very knowledgeable with expert advice and opinion. He listens to patients concerns and provides guidance for their health issues. Nurses are very respectful and professional. Overall a very good experience and I feel confident in his professional opinion. Highly recommend Dr. Renfro.
What went well
  • 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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Brad Berlin – Jan 12, 2022
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biography

Dr. Renfro is a native of Nashville and received his undergraduate degree in Zoology from the University of Tennessee. He attended the University of Tennessee Center for Health Sciences in Memphis where he earned his Medical Degree. He served his...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Royal Princess Elizabeth Hospital Exeter U.k.

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990

  • Georgia Baptist Medical Center - Atlanta

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Georgia Baptist Medical Center - Atlanta

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • University Of Tennessee - Memphis

    Medical School, 1984
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Office394 Harding Pl Nashville, TN 37211
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(615) 834-4482
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