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Dr. James Tribble, MD

Dr. James Tribble, MD

General Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. James Tribble, MD is a general surgeon in Columbia, SC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Vanderbilt University in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities Prisma Health Baptist and Prisma Health Richland Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

1850 Laurel St Columbia, SC 29201

Make an Appointment

(803) 744-0888

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Tribble is affiliated with Prisma Health Baptist Columbia, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Tribble's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tribble

4.5
15 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
87%
87%
4 star
0%
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3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
13%
13%

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Great Surgeon
I had to have a complicated procedure performed, it was a diaphragm rupture with a lot of my abdominal organs now residing in my chest. I am a physician myself and I talked to several surgeons about my condition. It was immediately very clear that Dr. Tribble was the one I needed. He and his resident, Dr. Jill Smith, were both very great. Obviously, a procedure like this hurts but they were proactive with the pain managent. Bedside manner and communication were great. He is my top recommendation.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jeff S – Jul 26, 2024
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Excellent really better then excellent. Such a great Dr. and a staff that is just as good.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Debra sightler – Oct 26, 2019
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Dr. Trimble is the best Doctor I’ve ever had. Very professional and has the best bed side matterThe staff are always friendly. I would recommend Dr.Tribble to anyone ??
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Victoria Goff – Oct 18, 2019
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Gallbladder removed
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Sep 18, 2019
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My visit went extremely well. Dr. Tribble and his team provided all the information I needed. Will highly recommend Dr. Tribble and his team.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Raven Walker-Robinson – Jul 03, 2019
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I just drove 2 hours to get a fill only to be told they rescheduled my appointment. I didn’t get a call, even though they said they did. It would be on my cell phone. I’m not going back. I’ll go to Greenwood. He or she could have worked me in. I don’t mind waiting. Instead I have to turn around and drive 2 hours back home! Not happy!
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
2 others found this helpful
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Mike Murphy in Pendleton , SC – Jul 26, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Tribble, MD is a general surgeon in Columbia, SC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Vanderbilt University in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities Prisma Health Baptist and Prisma Health Richland Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • General Surgery

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  • Vanderbilt University

    Medical School, 1983
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Locations

Practice

Surgical Associates of South Carolina1850 Laurel St Columbia, SC 29201
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Prisma Health Baptist

    1330 Taylor St
    Columbia, SC 29201
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% 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

  • Prisma Health Richland Hospital

    5 Richland Medical Park Dr
    Columbia, SC 29203
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    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
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