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Dr. Hugh James, MD

Dr. Hugh James, MD

General Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Hugh James, MD is a general surgeon in Spartanburg, SC and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Medical University of South Carolina in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Pelham Medical Center and Ambulatory Surgery Center of Spartanburg. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 5 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Medical Group of the Carolinas - Division of Surgery - North Grove

1330 Boiling Springs Rd Ste 2300 Spartanburg, SC 29303

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(864) 585-6491

Hospital Highlight

Dr. James is affiliated with Pelham Medical Center Greer, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. James specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. James' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. James

5.0

6 ratings, 3 with a written review
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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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Mar 18, 2025
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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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Jan 12, 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
7 people found this helpful
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Walter Kostiuk in Boiling Springs, SC – Nov 01, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. He completed both his internship and residency at Spartanburg Medical Center. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and is board certified in general...read more

  • General Surgery

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  • Spartanburg Regional Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1994

  • Spartanburg Regional Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1990

  • Medical University Of South Carolina

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Medical Group of the Carolinas - Division of Surgery - North Grove

Medical Group of the Carolinas - Division of Surgery - North Grove1330 Boiling Springs Rd Ste 2300 Spartanburg, SC 29303
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Pelham Medical Center

    250 Westmoreland Rd
    Greer, SC 29651
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ambulatory Surgery Center of Spartanburg

    720 N Pine St
    Spartanburg, SC 29303

  • Spartanburg Medical Center

    101 E Wood St
    Spartanburg, SC 29303
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% 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
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