Dr. Jorge Galan

Gastroenterology*MaleAge 59

Gastroenterology*

Dr. Jorge Galan is a gastroenterologist in Columbia, SC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Galan has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders and Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital and Prisma Health Baptist. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Jorge Galan

Columbia Gastroenterology Associates

2739 Laurel St Ste 1A Columbia, SC 29204

Accepting new patients

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Galan is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center West Columbia, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Galan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Galan specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. 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
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Galan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Galan

3.9

21 ratings, 7 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jul 11, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 17, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lisa C – Mar 18, 2022
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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
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Tina Dillon – Jun 04, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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L J Higginbotham – Jun 02, 2021
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What went well
  • 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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Jane Freeman – Nov 18, 2020
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What went well
No results
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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
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Jul 08, 2020
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biography

Dr. Jorge Galan is a gastroenterologist in Columbia, SC and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Galan has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders and Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from Rowan University School of Osteopathic...read more
  • Gastroenterology

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  • Seton Hall U/st Michael's Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital
  • St Michael's Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1994
  • Rowan University School Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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Dr. Galan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Columbia Gastroenterology Associates

    Columbia Gastroenterology Associates2739 Laurel St Ste 1A Columbia, SC 29204
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Lexington Medical Center

      2720 Sunset Blvd
      West Columbia, SC 29169
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital

      400 Palmetto Health Pkwy
      Columbia, SC 29212
      Recipient of 2
      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.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown

      2435 Forest Dr
      Columbia, SC 29204
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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