John K. Stokes, MD

Kate C 

on Healthgrades

7 years ago

I have had several serious spine surgeries - cervical and lumbar. The meeting that I had with Dr Stokes was amazing. You can sift the good from the bad just by the first meeting. He spent over an hour with me explaining (on his state of the art tablet) the condition of my neck post surgeries and what my options were going forward. I was stunned that I had not met him before since I have left Austin to go to other cities for surgeries. He gave me faith in his ability and expertise. Thumbs up! 

Erin 

on Healthgrades

8 years ago

I went to see Dr. Stokes because I wanted to know whether or not I am a candidate for a two level disc replacement and if not, I was ready to sign up for cervical spinal bone fusion surgery. After examining me, Dr. Stokes advised me to have radio frequency ablation to determine whether my disc disease or the facet joint disease I also have was causing my pained he was correct!! Not only did Dr. Stokes make sure that I understood my numerous neck conditions, he is an excellent clinician. 

Vincent C 

on Healthgrades

8 years ago

Dr. Stokes probably spent more time visiting with me over my back issues than any doctor I've ever seen before. He has a large tablet with great graphics that he used to compare my MRI slides to a healthy spine and explain the differences. Then rather than say you need surgery immediately, he outlines a series of options going forward with the least invasive first. I would recommend Dr. Stokes to anybody! This guy is top-shelf. 

Anonymous 

on Healthgrades

8 years ago

Dr. Stokes went above and beyond with a great deal of patience to explain the spine issues that my mother in law was experiencing. He spent more time during the appointment than we could have ever expected. Additionally, his bedside manner is incredible. We would highly recommend Dr. Stokes! 

Bill Poplin 

on Healthgrades

8 years ago

I am a patient of Dr. Stokes and even more importantly a subject of successful back surgery. I was experiencing pain that was becomming crippling. Dr. Stokes performed a transforminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF) to address a deteriorated disc and spinal mis-alignment. The results have been positive and amazing. My pain is gone and my recovery from surgery is very near complete. Dr. Stokes and his team were attentive, supportive, kind and in all ways professional and thorough. 

John H 

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8 years ago

Dr. Stokes is great! I had back surgery with another doctor that put me in worse shape than I was before surgery. I could barely walk, and had terrible nerve pain in my back and down my left hip and leg to my shin. He also discovered a fracture in one of my vertebrae that was most likely caused by the previous doctor. I saw 5 doctors and chose Dr. Stokes as he was the most thorough, down to earth, and upfront with what needed to be done (L4-L5 fusion). It wasn't easy, but Dr. Stokes and his sta 

Sharon 

on Healthgrades

8 years ago

I don't know who Larry from Cedar Park talked with, but it's not the Dr. Stokes I met with for over an hour to discuss my back problem. He was friendly, professional, and very informative. What an outstanding professor he will be! Such a fine teacher. Haven't had surgery yet, but feel very comfortable with him in charge. Kudos to the staff for their help and their positive attitude. 

Michele Peel 

on Healthgrades

9 years ago

Dr. Stokes is one of the most caring, most personable, and most competent doctors I have ever had the pleasure of knowing in my 62 years of life. For over 30 years, I suffered from severe back pain, neck pain, and carpal tunnel syndrome. After an MRI revealed that I had cervical stenosis and degenerative disc disease, I was fortunate enough to find Dr. Stokes. He performed anterior and posterior cervical fusion C-3-6, and I am now 3 months post op and feeling better than I have felt in years! 

Larry 

on Healthgrades

9 years ago

I called Dr. Stokes for help with sever back pain. I had all my images ready. Called the dr. and got the run around. Later when i finally got to talk to the Dr. he told me basically that I was Not worth his time. I would NOT got to this man for a bandaid!! He is RUDE, unethical and just not a good guy!!