James M Fish

I was referred to Dr Fish due to some herniated disc and needed to understand possible surgery options. I went in with the mindset I was not going to have surgery even though I had the pain issues for over 10 years. Dr Fish explained what was happening, the type of surgery that would be best for me. He was friendly, understanding, answered all my questions and my parents questions with patience and made me feel so comfortable that instantly i didn't hesitate to proceed with surgery. Day of Surgery I didn't see Dr Fish but my parents did after surgery and he was friendly and explained how things went. Also, Jeffrey Day came to see me prior to surgery and he was so thorough and kind to answer any pending questions and made me feel more relaxed before surgery. Also, Amanda Mason was great at my pre and post op appointments. Only wish I did get to see Dr Fish again to thank him for making me feel better and have NO pain any longer!

Doctor Fish performed my first back surgery in 2017. In 2019 I fell and injured my back. I went back to Doctor Fish because of the surgery he performed in 2017. The care that I received was absolutely horrible. It was a rush to do the surgery. Did not explain the risk involved in the surgery. If I had known the risk I would have been able to decide for myself if surgery was something that I wanted. Now in 2020 I suffer with back pain everyday since I fell. The surgery itself with the hardware was successful placed still there. The aftercare was unsatisfactory to say the least. I was not sent to physical therapy to late and scar tissue developed around my sciatica nerve. After being in his care for over a year-and-a-half. Doctor Fish came into the room, left the door open and told me I'm sending you to pain management and walked out the door. That was my last interaction with dr. James Fish. After receiving my medical files I began to research what the terminology was for diagnosis and procedures. I will not go any further into discussing what happened. But it borders on negligent and malpractice.

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After suffering substantial back and neck injuries in a hit and run accident with a commercial vehicle, I was suffering from major life limitations. Dr. Fish performed a mini-laparotomy and inserted titanium cages in my upper spine and a laminectomy for my lower back during the same surgery. Immediately upon waking up, the intense pain was gone. I walked out of the procedure, took it easy for about a month, and am fully recovered. Dr. Fish is an amazing physician and is immensely talented. I'm 6 weeks out from surgery and have began working out again. I would have never thought it was possible to feel this great in this time frame. If you are experiencing back pain, have the laparoscopic procedures. The recovery is easy and you will be healed. You are wasting your time with spinal injections. They are just temporary relief. Fix the problem with Dr. FISH!

Dr. Fish is a compassionate and excellent spine surgeon, he did my neck and afterwards I was able to feel my hands again and believe you me that is a very scary thing to go through when I couldn’t even do my job or take care of myself he repaired the disc in my neck and I did have trouble with the hardware which I elected to have removed even though he didn’t think I should, he did honor and respect my wishes and removed the hardware. I was able to return to work which in years following I had other spine related issues.(not my neck) He is still my ortho Dr to this day and I highly Recommend him to anyone who needs an understanding and knowledgeable Spine surgeon. He has help me to be able to stay in my home and care for myself. And for that Im truly grateful to him and his team of Drs, staff and all employees as well as other Drs that they have referred me to. If anyone is unable to care for themselves by themselves due to spine related issues I highly recommend him and his team.

Dr. Fish, Dr. Day, and Amanda Mason are awesome doctors. I would recommend them to anyone.

Unless you agree with his surgery…. And if you get a second opinion… it hurts his pride and this fool dismisses you from his practice…. Like your a school child and he’s the principal …. Office manager is rude & as soon as you match her attitude…again dismissed like a kindergarten student …. DONT DO IT ! Please find a REAL DOCTOR !

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After going to 3 different drs and no answers, I was referred to him by a friend. Dr Fish was very attentive, his diagnosis was accurate and the treatment plan was very effective and I would highly recommend him, especially if you have had a hard time getting answers about your condition.

Dr Fish was outstanding , and his staff was extremely professional and courteous Marty Luffman State Farm agent Smyrna

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Thank you doctor fish and Jeff day yall are the best back doctors anyone could hope for.

Dr. Fish has perfect people manners and a great surgeon. I had nerve pain running down both legs and after my surgery. I am left with NO pain. Great staff as well.

I just had surgery on my neck to replace 2 disc. The pain I had been living in for roughly 4 yrs. was excruciating, beyond normal understanding. A pain 24/7 that never goes away, no matter the pain medications or muscle relaxers, the injections they keep trying. NOTHING stopped it! I mean it helped to keep me from becoming insane but to function normally, NO. My family physician referred me to SOS. I have NEVER met an office that has it together like they do!!! I never waited, in and out in roughly 30 minutes from start to finish! They took an x-ray, then an MRI and then we did surgery! Surgery went great, they replaces 2 disc and I was outpatient!!!! Best decision I believe I ever have made!!!! THANK YOU!!! You are my hero's! I just had surgery on my neck to replace 2 disc. The pain I had been living in for roughly 4 yrs. was excruciating, beyond normal understanding. A pain 24/7 that never goes away, no matter the pain medications or muscle relaxers, the … More

thought I had an appontment with Dr. Fish, but PA came in instead. He was not knowledgable about my problem and was frankly wrong. If I knew that I was scheduled for PA wouldnnot have made the apopintment. Drovw 3 hours round trip and spend $500 on gas for nothing.

Dr. Fish has done both of my surgeries, a ACDF and TLIF procedure. He is compassionate and caring and so is his staff. He goes above and beyond to treat your pain. He also listens to his patients and takes into consideration their choice of treatment. I have been in and continue to be in severe pain. He goes out of his way to make sure that my pain is taken care of to the best of his abilities. I have complete trust in Dr. Fish and trust him with my life. Dr. Fish has done both of my surgeries, a ACDF and TLIF procedure. He is compassionate and caring and so is his staff. He goes above and beyond to treat your pain. He also listens to his patients and … More

Very helpful in explaining the issues and how to treat them. Gives you options and lets you decide what you want. Great staff helpful and knowledge as well Great follow up

The most compassionate and caring doctor I have ever seen. He goes above and beyond for his patients.

The worst. If I could give 0 stars I would.

Worst dr every said I needed maner back surgery and sad hardly no recovery time.went class week before about surgery it was a complete difference surgery then he told in his afterward in office. Went to another back said your back is fine thank God you didn't go though it. Before you trust see another dr.

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Dr. Fish and Jeff Day are the best orthopedic Dr.’s I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. If you have given up looking for help with your back, neck and other neuro issues. They are the answer to your prayers.

Dr. Fish has found his purpose as a spine surgeon. He was always available to answer any questions before, and after surgery. I never felt like any concern was too small, and neither did he! I am a 23 year old who completely ruptured a disc in my lower back. Before I saw this team, I was afraid I’d lost all mobility forever. Now I know I will be able to pick up my own kids one day, without the fear of completely disabling my back. My short-term disability company is very difficult to correspond with, but Jessica handled my case with a level of professionalism and kindness that I had not expected. I don’t know if my transitions between work and being on disability would have been this smooth without her. Patrick (Pat) and Ivan over in the physical therapy office were extremely professional, kind, and give every bit of themselves in order to help their patients heal. Following their at home, therapy routine helped me heal in ways I didn’t even know I needed to. If you’re reading this review, and are considering them for your spine and orthopedic needs, please do everything they tell you to. If you take your individualized therapy plan to heart, you will heal faster, easier, and with less pain. Thank you, Pat! Thank you Ivan! Thank you receptionist who is always so kind but I never caught your name! And thank you, Doctor Fish. Without the help of everyone on your team, I may have ended up a vegetable. I love each and every one of you guys. Take care of those pretty fish!!! Dr. Fish has found his purpose as a spine surgeon. He was always available to answer any questions before, and after surgery. I never felt like any concern was too small, and neither did he! I am a 23 year old who completely ruptured a disc … More

4 years ago Dr. Fish and Jeff Day PA, gave me my quality of life back! He went over ever step of the surgery with me, he also made sure that before surgery I was as comfortable as possible, the morning of my surgery (triple fusion)! He knew I was terrified about it I was only 24 at the time, well the morning of my surgery Dr. Fish came out to talk to me and he could see the worry on my face, he came sat beside me and we talked about it I could tell he genuinely cared about how I felt! I couldn't believe that that night he came by and checked on me, he also stopped by the next morning to check on me! Well I went home, that next morning I received a call from Dr. Fist personally! I could not believe that. This Doctor truly cares about his patients, well I started having trouble with my neck and he knew exactly what it was by me telling him my symptoms but he went ahead and done MRI and CT to confirm and sure enough he was right on it!!!!! He is a good man whom truly cares about his patients well being! If you are needing a good doctor to do your surgery you couldn't find a better Doctor!!!! I could not have more confidence in anyone else as I do him!!! Not to mention the amazing staff that he has, everyone is just fantastic! Sincerely, Jeremiah Nunn 4 years ago Dr. Fish and Jeff Day PA, gave me my quality of life back! He went over ever step of the surgery with me, he also made sure that before surgery I was as comfortable as possible, the morning of my surgery (triple fusion)! He knew … More

Dr Fish is the best. He listens he also looks in your eyes and knows the pain you are in. He is very patient and one of the best doctors.

Was in extreme pain for years and had been to numerous doctors trying to get help. They all wanted to say that I was fat was the only problem with my back, Dr Fish ran test and saw that I needed surgery to repair my lower back, something I knew in my gut for awhile.He treated me with respect and honesty and told me all of my options. After the surgery I was finally able to walk and feel my legs again. Dr. Fish gave me back my quality of life and I can never say thanks enough for all he and his great staff have done for me. I was referred to Dr Fish by a friend who swore about how good of a surgeon he was. Since my surgery have introduced him to some people who also needed him and he has given them back there life too.

Dr Fish is the best. He spends time explaining what is going on and he is in no hurry to answer any questions.

He's very punctual. Pays close attention to what your complaint is. Very professional. In 2 visit she was able to exactly pin point where my problem was.

Dr Fish gave me my life back 2 yrs ago with an ALIFT procedure I now can walk pain free no numbness tingling I was ready to give up hope an get in a wheelchair with all my previous back surgeries. This was my 6th back surgery but I trusted this man when he said he could help me an sure enough i now have my life back..

Yes, very much so. I have and would continue to recommend Dr Fish to anyone. Easy to talk with and very patient, not to mention his knowledge of his job. There’s never been a time that Ive had an appt with Dr Fish, that I didn’t leave satisfied. He gives you options, and I really liked that. Also, Pat and Ivan are absolutely wonderful! Ive had physical therapy many many times, but have never been so impressed with their knowledge and professionalism. When I leave out of PT I have a new walk! Should I say a new strut!! I really feel good. Everyone at SOS are absolutely wonderful. Thank you office staff as well.

I was quoted $x for surgery, I paid $x, then had surgery. A month later I receive a bill for an additional THREE THOUSAND DOLLARS. Everything went smoothly with the surgery, by all accounts it went more smoothly than expected. If there were a complication, then an additional expense would make sense... but to just up and decide "no... it cost $3000 more than we said", that is ludicrous! Within a month they've reported me to a collection agency for these ILLEGITIMATE EXTRA CHARGES!!! How is this legal?! You cannot change the price of a service after the fact!!!! I will be 100% disputing this. This is absolutely bonkers. I was quoted $x for surgery, I paid $x, then had surgery. A month later I receive a bill for an additional THREE THOUSAND DOLLARS. Everything went smoothly with the surgery, by all accounts it went more smoothly … More

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(Translated by Google) Great attention, very professional and friendly doctor (Original) Gran atención, Médico muy profesional y amable (Translated by Google) Great attention, very professional and friendly doctor (Original) … More

This man saved my life. I was miserable. Herniated discs in my neck. He is my hero. I owe my way of life to him. I now have 4 kids and a great career. I cant thank this man enough. Been mostly pain free since my surgery years ago. This man knows what he is doing. In my honest opinion, HE IS THE BEST THERE IS! If you read this, I want to thank you for giving my life back! This man saved my life. I was miserable. Herniated discs in my neck. He is my hero. I owe my way of life to him. I now have 4 kids and a great career. I cant thank this man enough. Been mostly pain free since my surgery years ago. This man … More

Dr. Fish and his staff is amazing. I will tell people about him and his staff.

This surgeon changed my life. I was bedridden for many years due to ddd and ruptured disc pinching spinal nerves severely. Stenosis. Had a alif and truly changed my life. I felt better the moment I woke up after surgery than I had felt in many years. I walked better that day than I had in 6 years. Dr Fish is a truly skilled surgeon. I'm blessed to have met him. I highly recommend. This surgeon changed my life. I was bedridden for many years due to ddd and ruptured disc pinching spinal nerves severely. Stenosis. Had a alif and truly changed my life. I felt better the moment I woke up after surgery than I had felt … More

Dr. Fish has given me my life back. He was patient with me when I had to put off surgery for financial reasons. A skilled surgeon with a great bedside manner. Which is very hard to find. I recommend anyone that is suffering from chronic pain to see him. He is honest and will let you know up front what he can and can't do.i will forever be grateful for SOS and the care they showed me. Dr. Fish has given me my life back. He was patient with me when I had to put off surgery for financial reasons. A skilled surgeon with a great bedside manner. Which is very hard to find. … More

Wonderful office staff! They go above and beyond to help patients.

Dr. Fish operated on me six weeks ago in a difficult laminectomy with multiple fusions. It was a long and complex procedure. I am still recovering, but doing well. He was very precise in explaining what he was going to do, and what to expect. I have no pain in my legs now and continue to walk a little farther each day. I am looking forward to returning to my daily activities.

Ask everytime for His Notes read very careful very careful

Great Surgeon. Friendly, Professional Staff.

He's a wonderful Dr and he Attends to your needs

Great care from Dr. Fish and his PA Jeffrey Day. The both of them are confident and compassionate.

Dr Fish and Jeff Day are wonderful. Although, there is a front receptionist that needs to work on her people skills and learn how to have empathy for people.

Dr. Fish is a wonderful Dr. And surgeon, I would recommend him to anyone.

I am always treated very well, like they take care a lot my back a bed the pain I am in.The staff is very respectful.

Best spine and orthopaedicdoctor around and Jeff Day, PA is awesome. I wouldn't trust my care to anyone else. Love them both.

Dr.James Fish is the best surgeon.He is compassionate about relieving pain and his staff is impressive as well.

I had surgery back in November 01 2018 I really appreciate Dr. James and his assistance they survived me from all the pain I had they are real Doctors I was on Pain for over 10 month no one can do any things for me he was the only Doctor when he told me the truth and he survived me .

Dr. Fish is an amazing doctor along with his awesome staff. My first visit was great.

Both Dr. Fish and Jeff Day have excellent bedside manners . They really take however much time is needed with you during your appointment to listen to everything you have to say or any concerns you have. They also make sure you understand everything and all options. You can tell they care about their patients.

Very nice... Listens and gets job done

Very helpful.

I have no problem with Dr.Fish but I do have a problem with his scheduling staff. Apparently Dr.Fish has some ownership with Premiere Radiology and that’s fine but if you are an HCA employee with HCA provided insurance you need to be sure they set you up with an “in network” Radiology facility, because they are gonna set you up with their facility that they have ownership and you don’t catch then guess what, you’re stuck with a high dollar debt. This is so wrong.

My experience to date with Dr. Fish is that the appointment times feel rushed is a sense that exact details of my symptoms are not discussed accurately. I feel that there is a emphasis to perform surgery on you, and a promise that you will be taken care of without positive results. I was promised that my pain would be alleviated with surgery but this is not the case. After surgery I have followed up with the Physician Assistant Dr. Day without a clear plan to assure me of my pain improvement.

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Dr. James Fish is amazing. I have been having problems with my back since 2008 and I went to see him in 2016 he found that my L5 S1 was messed up and I also had 2 cracks in my hips/ He did every thing he could before offering surgery. We did the procedure in July 2016 and now fixing to have to redo it only because it didn't fuse correctly. COMPLETELY NOT HIS FAULT!!! Would recommend any and everyone to see him. Dr. James Fish is amazing. I have been having problems with my back since 2008 and I went to see him in 2016 he found that my L5 S1 was messed up and I also had 2 cracks in my hips/ He did every thing he could before offering surgery. We … More

I met Dr James Fish back in 2009 when I had 3 collapsed disc in my neck , he performed my surgery with expertise , He is not only an excellent surgeon but he truely cares about his patients He always has time to address any questions you may have & answers them to where you can understand Last year I had to have a second cervical surgery because of my DDD Through NO FAult OF PRIOR SURGERY, Dr Fish took excellent care of me & has continued to follow up with me I would recommend him TOP of any list of orthopedic surgeons Thank you Dr Fish for who you are & how much you care I met Dr James Fish back in 2009 when I had 3 collapsed disc in my neck , he performed my surgery with expertise , He is not only an excellent surgeon but he truely cares about his patients … More

Greatest surgeon and medical team. I highly recommend this practice

Excellent dr and completely hilarious. Really concerned about his patients.

I was very impressed with the care and treatment I received from Dr. Fish. He actually sat down and discussed things we could do to help with my pain. Thankfully I did not need surgery because I did exactly what Dr. Fish told me and went to physical therapy.

Dr. Fish has something that alot of doctors have lost, compassion. You don't feel like just another number in the charts and he takes time to listen. He understands that pain consumes your whole being and not just where the injury occured. C5-C7 ACDF Left shoulder labral repair and Brachial Plexus injury. Dr. Fish has something that alot of doctors have lost, compassion. You don't feel like just another number in the charts and he takes time to listen. He understands that pain consumes your whole being and not just where the injury occured. … More

After being in a car accident while working, I have been tossed around to multiple different doctors. I must say that Dr Fish has been the most compassionate doctor that I have encountered. He truly cared for me as a patient, listened, and was always very understanding. Ultimately, work comp whisked me off to another doctor when he suggested surgery, but if it was my choice he would still be my doctor. After being in a car accident while working, I have been tossed around to multiple different doctors. I must say that Dr Fish has been the most compassionate doctor that I have encountered. He truly cared for me as a patient, listened, and … More

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Wonderful, Excellent an Very Professional Surgeon Dr. Fish Is!

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Really listens to your problem and works with you to get results.

Great guy. He really cares about people and that is a hard thing to find these days. God bless you Dr. Fish!

Dr Fish performed a lumbar fusion L5 S1. Great work!!! Highly recommend him if you are active and looking for stay that way.

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I had been hurt , by a shoplifter running into my back . After several ct scans and MRI 's . I went to Dr. Fish found a fracture I T12 and need surgery , side after 3 months into had not to begin to heal . I like him as a dr very much . He makes you feel at ease . He is great to explain everything to you . He did my surgery yesterday , I will have pain for a fun days . His entire office staff is amazing and helpful . I would go see him again and would recommend to family and friends .

Amazing Doctor he's very sincere understands your level of back pain. Don't judge you or treat you as if your making the pain up or try to downgrade the pain you feel. I DEFINATELY trust him. Now his office worker Pat in scheduling for surgery is extremely rude like you've interrupted her day by asking a question. If you need help ask for Dana or someone else cause you'll hang up feeling like you were wasting Pat's time.

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I would like to say thank you for fixing my neck and getting me out of pain. Thank you Dr. fish and Mr.Day.

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iy=t has been a great experience. My husband really likes him.

Dr. Fish performed a disk replacement on my C6-c7 disk. He did a great job with the surgery and I had a very easy recovery. He was very easy to talk to and took the time to explain the process to me in detail. I felt very comfortable using him.

very competent, explained everything, answered all questions

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He is excellent surgeon and my back is wonderful compared to where it was. This is my seventh spine surgery. I wish I had found Dr. Fish long ago and I would not have had this surgery or many of the others.

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Dr Fish did both of my back surgeries and would have him do any other ones I may have great Dr

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