Name: Dr. Timothy B. Cole
Specialty: General Surgery
Qualification/Board Certification: MD (General Surgery)
Affiliation:
- Medical City Plano
- Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano
- Baylor Scott and White Surgical Hospital at Las Colinas
- Methodist McKinney Hospital
- Plano Ambulatory Surgery Associates
Locations: Plano, Texas
Languages Spoken: English
Accepting New Patients: Yes
NPI Number: 1215930144
About the Doctor
Dr. Timothy B. Cole is a general surgeon with over 21 years of experience, specializing in surgical procedures involving the abdominal organs. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and completed his surgical residency at the University of Kansas (Wichita).
Dr. Cole is affiliated with several leading hospitals in Texas, including Medical City Plano and Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano. He has expertise in procedures such as colonoscopy and colon removal surgery, as well as hernia repairs and gallbladder removal.
Highlights
- 21+ years of experience in general surgery
- Skilled in abdominal and gastrointestinal procedures
- Affiliated with multiple reputable hospitals
- Mixed patient satisfaction (2.7/5 rating)
- Accepting new patients
Education & Training
Medical School – University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
Residency – General Surgery, University of Kansas (Wichita) (1992–1997)
Fellowship / Additional Training – Not specified
Medical Conditions Treated
Dr. Cole treats a wide range of surgical conditions, including:
- Hernias (inguinal and abdominal)
- Gallbladder disease (gallstones)
- Colon disorders
- Gastrointestinal conditions
- Abdominal pain requiring surgical evaluation
- Digestive tract diseases
Medical Procedures Performed
He performs various surgical and diagnostic procedures, including:
- Colonoscopy
- Colon removal surgery (colectomy)
- Hernia repair surgery (inguinal and abdominal)
- Gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy)
- Minimally invasive abdominal surgery
- Diagnostic surgical evaluations
Services Offered
Dr. Cole provides comprehensive general surgery services focused on diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the abdominal organs. His approach combines surgical expertise with patient-centered care, ensuring that patients understand their treatment options and recovery plans. He also emphasizes minimally invasive techniques when appropriate to improve recovery outcomes.
However, while clinical care is often positively noted, some patients report administrative challenges such as scheduling and billing issues, which may impact overall experience.
Services Include:
- Surgical consultations and second opinions
- Minimally invasive and traditional surgeries
- Pre-operative and post-operative care
- Diagnostic procedures and evaluations
- Hernia and gallbladder treatment
- Gastrointestinal surgical care
- Follow-up monitoring and recovery management
Accepted Insurances
Dr. Cole accepts a wide range of insurance plans, including:
- Aetna (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield (multiple plans)
- Cigna (PPO)
- United Healthcare (HMO, Medicaid, POS, PPO)
- Elevance Health
- Molina Healthcare
- Baylor Scott & White Health Plans
- Regence Health Plans
- HCSC
Practice Locations
Location
Address:
6130 West Parker Road, Suite 111, Plano, TX 75093
Phone:
Not provided
Hospital Affiliations
Dr. Cole is affiliated with several hospitals and surgical centers, including:
- Medical City Plano
- Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano
- Baylor Scott and White Surgical Hospital at Las Colinas
- Methodist McKinney Hospital
- Plano Ambulatory Surgery Associates
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