Dr. James Goad, MD
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Dr. James Goad, MD
General Surgery
Dr. James Goad, MD is a general surgeon in Belle Glade, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Arkansas in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities HCA Florida JFK Hospital and HCA Florida Palms West Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
Locations
HCA Florida Palm Beach Surgical Specialists - Belle Glade
HCA Florida Palm Beach Surgical Specialists - Loxahatchee
At a Glance
- Area of Expertise • Dr. Goad specializes in the area of General Surgery. 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. Goad's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Goad
4.6
| 5 Star | 83% | 83% |
| 4 Star | 7% | 7% |
| 3 Star | 2% | 2% |
| 2 Star | 2% | 2% |
| 1 Star | 7% | 7% |
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The Center for Advanced Surgical Care is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care with the expertise of highly-skilled physicians utilizing leading-edge technology. We are one of the few places in the country that provides a wide range of...read morebiography
This physician is accepting telehealth visits. Dr. James J. Goad is a board certified general surgeon. He graduated from Arkansas State University with a double major in French and Zoology before moving on to medical school at the University of...read moreGeneral Surgery
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Louisiana State University New Orleans
Residency HospitalUniversity Of Arkansas
Medical School, 1997
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Caduceus Club Outstanding Senior Medical Student
Caduceus Club Community Service Award
Caduceus Club Alumni Assoication Board of Directors
Aesculapian Society Resident of the year, 2002
Aesculapian Society Outstanding Intem, 1997
Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 37
hospital awardsAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
72%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home12% lower than the national average
64%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well12% lower than the national average
- Recipient of 6
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient 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 patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
78%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home6% lower than the national average
72%Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean5% higher than the national average
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