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Dr. James Foster, MD

Dr. James Foster, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. James Foster, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon in Macon, GA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities Piedmont Macon Medical Center and Atrium Health Navicent the Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

575 1st St Macon, GA 31201

Make an Appointment

(478) 743-9762

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Foster specializes in the area of Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Foster's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Foster

4.4

16 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
81%
81%
4 Star
6%
6%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
13%
13%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Justin Beckett – Jun 08, 2024
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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Ledaliz Collazo – Jan 22, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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anonymous – Dec 08, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Carol Sparks – Oct 12, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Mar 18, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
20 people found this helpful
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Karen Carter in Swainsboro, GA – Jan 13, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Macon Cardiovascular Institute is committed to providing state-of-the-art, compassionate health care ranging from preventative medicine to the most complex heart and vascular diseases. MCVI combines world class heart and vascular care with state-of-art...read more

  • Cardiothoracic Surgery

  • Vascular Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Medical University Of South Carolina

    Fellowship Hospital, 2005

  • Mercer U, Dept Surg, Mccg

    Residency Hospital, 2002

  • Medical Center Of Central Georgia

    Internship Hospital, 1998

  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Thoracic Surgery®
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Atrium Health Navicent Heart & Vascular Care575 1st St Macon, GA 31201
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Cardio Thoracic Vascular & Pediatric Surgery Assoc. PC688 Walnut St Ste 200 Macon, GA 31201
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Piedmont Macon Medical Center

    350 Hospital Dr
    Macon, GA 31217
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Atrium Health Navicent the Medical Center

    777 Hemlock St
    Macon, GA 31201

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    69%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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