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Dr. James Garber, MD

Dr. James Garber, MD

Surgical Oncology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. James Garber, MD is a surgical oncologist in Savannah, GA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia in 1998. He is affiliated with Memorial Health University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Garber is affiliated with Memorial Health University Medical Center Savannah, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Garber specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Garber's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Garber

4.7

24 ratings, 11 with a written review
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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
4 people found this helpful
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David Downs – Apr 02, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Lisa – Jun 14, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 13, 2020
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
1 person found this helpful
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Terrina Ivy – Feb 10, 2020
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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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 09, 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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Ric in savannah, GA – May 28, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
George J in Bluffton – May 13, 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
Helpful
Bill in Bluffton , SC – Apr 16, 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
Helpful
Harold Lloyd Melton in Soperton, GA – Apr 13, 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
Helpful
Dedrick Frazier in Savannah, GA – Feb 23, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Amy – Jul 19, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Garber is aFellowship trained Surgical Oncologist and Complex General Surgeon who providestrusted surgical care to all patients in the Southeast. 
  • Surgical Oncology

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  • Fox Chase Cancer Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Mercer University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Memorial Health University Medical Center

    4700 Waters Ave
    Savannah, GA 31404
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    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

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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