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Dr. Tommie Haywood III, MD

Dr. Tommie Haywood III, MD

Gastroenterology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Tommie Haywood III, MD is a gastroenterologist in Decatur, GA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities Emory Decatur Hospital and Emory Hillandale Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 37 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (37 reviews)

Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates - Decatur

2665 N Decatur Rd Ste 350 Decatur, GA 30033
Telehealth available

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Dr. Haywood III's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Haywood III

3.2
37 ratings, 28 with a written review
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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He is new to me.
The procedure went fine as I received plenty of reminders and care. However, the Rx I received is difficult to use and more attention to my calls would have been appreciated.
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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Apr 23, 2025
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Terrible Experience: Lack of Care and Zero Urgency
I am very unhappy with my experience with Dr Tommie Haywood. His doctor patient communication skills are terrible. But more importantly, he failed to provide timely and accurate information to an imaging provider. I had 4 weeks after my last appt with him to get a CT scheduled and completed. It should have been plenty of time. It took about 10 days before the imaging ctr. rec’d the order from his office. But the order did not incl with or without contrast so I could not schedule my appt. Dr Haywood did not correct the CT order for at least a week in spite of the fact that I called his office EVERY business day asking for help and messaged via the portal. Two days before my scan the imaging vendor called me to cancel because they had not received any clinical information from Dr Haywood's office for my insurance company to review for approval. He did not respond until the day before my CT was supposed to take place. Also, he didn't release my biopsy results for 3 wks after he rec'd it.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Ruth M. – Nov 25, 2024
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No thank you
Went to visit Dr Haywood with Ultrasounds results in hand. Doctor did not explain or listen to me. Only recommend another procedure. I canceled the appointment the same day. He’s not a good listener. Ask me the same questions twice. I will be going to another location for my appointments
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Aug 08, 2024
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I have been waiting 35 days for test results. I have called 13 times. Completely unacceptable.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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Jenn – Jul 26, 2024
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Exemplary and Processional service
I have been following Dr Haywood for years. I’ve received nothing but thorough and professional service from him and his office staff. I always trust them with my care.
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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Michael McMillan – May 31, 2024
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Very informative. Dr Haywood explained everything to me in a very professional and easy to understand manner.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 13, 2023
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Dr. Haywood was very distant.
He seldom made eye contact. His focus was on reading the medical chart. He did not do any type of routine exam on me. He repeated questions he asked me supporting that he was not engaged. The office staff provided no assistance on information to get blood work done. More interest was placed on making a follow up appointment. Will not return.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Disappointed in Lithonia – Oct 20, 2022
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I had a delightful visit with Dr. Tommie Haywood as a result of his suggestion I get an abdominal scan after having had a colonoscopy a few months ago. His demeanor was very calming, he was not rushed, and asked if I was okay after each of his recommendations. In addition to asking all of the relevant medical questions and making recommendations, he inquired how I’d be spending the remainder of the day, where I was from, etc. It makes a world of difference (at least to me) when my doctors display this type of kind and caring human touch. In addition before leaving the parking lot, I received a text and his very competent staff had already set up follow-up tests for me. I would highly recommend Dr. Haywood and his staff to anyone I know,
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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Bettye Jo' Smith – Jun 30, 2022
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Cool,Calm and to the point.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dennis Rogers – Feb 24, 2022
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His staff was very friendly and professional. I barely even sat down in the waiting room for my initial appointment. I was called back before finishing with my kiosk. The wait in the room was just a few minutes, and Dr. Haywood couldn't have been nicer. Our initial consult was very pleasant, and his office scheduled me for a colonoscopy and gave me my paperwork for my labs quickly.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Great First Impression! – Aug 25, 2021
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Customer service was excellent.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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AdrianWatlington-Cox – Jul 14, 2021
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YES He was very helpful, answered all questions that I had. Went over the results in my chart and gave some suggestions.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Irma Miller – Feb 27, 2021
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I love me some Dr. Haywood, I have been a patient for over 10 years. He is the same Dr. from over 10 years ago, very nice, listen to what you have to say. He address any concerns you have. He never rush the appointment. He always have great advice. I always feel like we are family members instead of patients. He is a Dr. that still loves his job and his patients. I wish we had more Dr. like him. I would follow Dr. Haywood to the moon and back. He is that great, awesome, trustworthy, funny, and well put together. Thanks for allowing me to give feedback about the best Dr. in the world. That's My Doctor!!!!!
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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Michelle Monghan – Oct 30, 2020
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Dr. Haywood is an excellent physician. He asks the right questions, monitors my conditions, and makes good recommendations of treatment. Under his care, I have been in tension for more than 10 years now.
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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Reggie C. – Sep 24, 2020
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Dr. Haywood is one of the very best when it comes to "a doctor who cares about his patients". And he is especially good at his job.
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
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Leroy Cephus – Aug 05, 2020
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very professional, efficient, and personal. Dr. Haywood exceeded my expectations.
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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Mar 04, 2020
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Excellent Doctor
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
2 others found this helpful
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Vernita Simpson in DECATUR, GA – Jun 06, 2019
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Professional services everyday!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Apr 25, 2019
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5 star ***** 100% great and informative!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 12, 2019
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His office overchanged me $500.00 They kept saying they will refund it, but never seem to do it. Avoid this place!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 03, 2019
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Following completion of his undergraduate degree at Emory University, Dr. Haywood began his medical studies there. He received his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and completed both his internship and residency...read more
  • Gastroenterology

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  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Undergraduate School
  • Emory University

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

Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates - Decatur

Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates - Decatur2665 N Decatur Rd Ste 350 Decatur, GA 30033
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Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates - Lithonia

Atlanta Gastroenterology Associates - Lithonia5403 Hillandale Dr Ste B Lithonia, GA 30058
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