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Dr. J Edward Golay, MD

Dr. J Edward Golay, MD

Family Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. J Edward Golay, MD is a family medicine physician in Lexington, SC and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from West Virginia University in 1977. He is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Sandhills Family Medicine

811 W Main St Ste 204 Lexington, SC 29072
(803) 358-6420

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Golay specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Golay's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Golay

4.1
14 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
71%
71%
4 star
7%
7%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
7%
7%
1 star
14%
14%

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Terrible experience. I waited for over an hour to even be seen. The nurse was fine, but Dr. Golay was very dismissive to my concerns. I have been to a number of doctors who speak to me like I don't know my own body. It is very disappointing when medical professionals don't listen to my experiences, and give general blanket statements that I know is not even the problem. He comes across quite condescending and rude. I tried to explain my specific concern in detail, despite the fact that he didn't really ask. He also was generally unfriendly, or at least in a very sour mood. He didn't smile or show real concern. He simply didn't care about me. He is a classic old school doctor, stuck in his ways. Not very open to new ideas. He seemed perturbed that I even questioned him. I won't be coming back.(Changed my name for privacy reasons.)
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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Elli – Nov 19, 2024
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Dr. Golay is not the Doctor I met 10+ years ago. He now leaves decisions for my health to family member that joined practice(?) early 2019. Downhill since. See similar reviews.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Jean Hartzog – Jun 18, 2020
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Dr . Golay and his staff are the best around. I have been a pt of his and their practice for about 30 yrs. I trust him and his staff completely. They are caring and compassionate and take time to listen to your concerns. Dr Golay takes his time with his patients and listens to their concerns. I would not take my family to anyone else.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Gilbert, SC – Sep 08, 2018
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The office staff at Sandhills Family Medicine is horrible, from the time they answer the phone. I have been a patient for years but the staff and nurses love to make decisions on behalf of the doctor. They don’t care or consider the patient and their needs. My pain level is unbearable but I’m being told to call someone else when my doctor has handled my problem before. Patients are not a priority here. The nurses act like they are doctors & make decisions like they are, leaving patients helpless
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 others found this helpful
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Frustrated Patient who has medical insurance!!!! in SC – Sep 05, 2018
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He is the greatest been seeing him for 30 years. Don't want any other Dr. He shows compassion and talks and listens to to you no thinking u crazing. Gets to the root of the problem . His staff is awesome they are like my family love these guys!
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
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Debra roof in Lexington, SC – Sep 12, 2016
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Dr. Golay is absolutely the best doctor anyone could ask for. Kind, compassionate, caring. I am so lucky to have him as my doctor and I really, truly, appreciate him. Thank you, Dr. Golay.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Mary Occhipinti in Lexington, SC – Jan 15, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. J Edward Golay, MD is a family medicine physician in Lexington, SC and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from West Virginia University in 1977. He is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Family Medicine

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  • West Virginia University

    Medical School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Sandhills Family Medicine

Sandhills Family Medicine811 W Main St Ste 204 Lexington, SC 29072
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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
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