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Dr. James Upshaw, MD

Dr. James Upshaw, MD

Internal Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. James Upshaw, MD is an internist in Macon, GA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities Piedmont Macon Medical Center and Atrium Health Navicent the Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

330 Hospital Dr Ste 200 Macon, GA 31217
Telehealth available
(478) 745-1191

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Upshaw specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Upshaw's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Upshaw

4.7

22 ratings, 12 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Rob W. – Mar 30, 2023
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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
2 people found this helpful
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AMS – Oct 01, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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May 22, 2019
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Wayne H Welch, LCSW in Macon, GA – Apr 17, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Alex in macon ga – Dec 11, 2018
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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
Linda Kunkle in Macon, GA – Dec 08, 2018
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 20, 2018
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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
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Jan 27, 2018
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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
Jason in Sandersville, GA – Aug 22, 2017
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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
Eric Jones in Macon, GA – Jul 29, 2016
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Justina Lockhart in Charleston, South Carolina – Jun 29, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Upshaw attended Emory University, then transferred to Southern Methodist University in Dallas, TX, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in both Biology and French. In 1993, he received his M.D. from the Medical College of Georgia...read more

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Office330 Hospital Dr Ste 200 Macon, GA 31217
1

Practice

Atrium Health Navicent the Medical Center777 Hemlock St Macon, GA 31201
2

Practice

Office350 Hospital Dr Bldg C Macon, GA 31217
3

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

    View all 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

  • 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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