Dr. Joseph (Jos) Cove | Tacoma, WA | Spinal Orthopedic Surgeon

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Dr. Cove graduated from the Universiteit Utrecht Faculteit Geneeskunde in 1986. Dr. Cove works in Tacoma, WA and specializes in Orthopedic Spine Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Cove is affiliated with Multicare Allenmore Hospital.

4.5

40 Ratings
40 years of experience
33 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
University Of Hawaii John A Burns School Of Medicine
20 written reviews
2 specialties
4 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Cove's Ratings and Reviews

4.5

40 Ratings with 20 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Spent time with me: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Flexible scheduling: (12) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
Staff was courteous: No Ratings

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Dr. Cove listened to everything I said and asked me a lot of questions about what I was experiencing. He was extremely pleasant and nice. Also made sure my wife was involved. His treatment plan was discussed with me and he also made sure that I thought it felt like the right course of action and that I was comfortably with it

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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May 22nd, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Cove is thorough, he explains all the issues, and he is very knowledgeable and kind.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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April 16th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Went into detail and discussed my options.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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April 9th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Cove was explications were great.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Staff was courteous

February 5th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr Cove is an outstanding care giver and surgeon.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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December 17th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Dr Cove is a very knowledgeable and caring surgeon. Listens attentively to the patient concerns/questions and responds in a professional and in terms that are reasonably easy to follow. He conveys credibility and experience.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Staff was courteous

December 12th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Explained x ray instead of just giving his result

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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November 27th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Cove was friendly, professional, and thorough. He clearly explained my condition and treatment options.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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November 5th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Dr Cove changed my life. I've had daily neck pain since an injury when I was young. Dr Cove and his PA Sara are the dream team. They were thorough, detailed, got me into surgery promptly, communicated with one another for coordination of my care, but most of all they were always easy to talk to and so kind. I now have no pain and I have near full range of motion in my neck again. I'm forever grateful for their care.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Staff was courteous

October 8th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Cove is great and would recommend him to others!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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October 4th, 2024 | Source: Partner

MultiCare Orthopedics & Sports Medicine - Spine Services

315 Martin Luther King Jr Way Third Floor (MHS-PHIlip Pavilion)Tacoma, WA 98405

Multicare Allenmore Hospital

1901 S Union AveTacoma, WA 98405

Tel: (253) 459-6633


Dr. Joseph (Jos) Cove	Dr. Eric Kenneth Turner, MD	Dr. Timothy Paul Schweitzer, MD	Dr. Henry Yu, MD
Orthopedic Spine Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery	Orthopedic Surgery
	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.5 (40 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	3.5 (2 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
40 Years of Experience	14 Years of Experience	27 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Tacoma , WA	Boston , MA	Portland , OR	Tacoma , WA
Med School: Universiteit Utrecht Faculteit Geneeskunde	Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine	Med School: UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA COLLEGE OF MEDICINE	Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine
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Hip Osteoarthritis
Knee Osteoarthritis
Orthopedic Surgery
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)

Dr. Joseph (Jos) Cove holds an active medical license in the state of Washington.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Hawaii John A Burns School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Universiteit Utrecht Faculteit Geneeskunde in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Cove's NPI number is 1578613998.

Lingshan Chen
Nurse Practitioner
| Seattle, WA
(0)
Dr. Alexander Cheng, MD
Anesthesiology
35 Years Exp | Tacoma, WA
(0)
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| Tacoma, WA
(0)
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23 Years Exp | Tacoma, WA
(0)
Dr. Adam Joseph Graver, MD
Hand Surgery
15 Years Exp | Olympia, WA
(47)
Dr. Nathan Lee Frost
Orthopedic Surgery
21 Years Exp | Olympia, WA
(13)
Dr. Douglas Matthew Hassan, MD
Hand Surgery
39 Years Exp | Gig Harbor, WA
(25)
Dr. Erik Joseph Novak, MD
Foot & Ankle Surgery
| Renton, WA
(17)
Dr. John Patrick Howlett, MD
Hand Surgery
23 Years Exp | Renton, WA
(13)
Frazer Case
Orthopedic Surgery
| Tacoma, WA
(0)

Where is Dr. Joseph (Jos) Cove's office located?: Dr. Joseph (Jos) Cove's office is located at 315 Martin Luther King Jr Way Third Floor (MHS-PHIlip Pavilion), Tacoma, WA, 98405.
Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph (Jos) Cove affiliated with?: Dr. Joseph (Jos) Cove is affiliated with Multicare Allenmore Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph (Jos) Cove?: You can find contact information for Dr. Joseph (Jos) Cove here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Joseph (Jos) Cove speak?: Dr. Joseph (Jos) Cove speaks English.
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