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Dr. James McMahan, MD

Dr. James McMahan, MD

General Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. James McMahan, MD is a general surgeon in Columbus, OH and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Oregon Health & Science University in 1983. He is affiliated with Riverside Methodist Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 52 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (52 reviews)

Practice

4845 Knightsbridge Blvd Ste 230 Columbus, OH 43214

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. McMahan is affiliated with Riverside Methodist Hospital Columbus, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

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

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McMahan

4.5
52 ratings, 31 with a written review
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Reconstruction
Dr. McMahan and his staff are exceptional. I had reconstruction of my breast reconstruction. He is an amazing surgeon. I can actually sleep on my sides and my stomach. I am so pleased with my results.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 26, 2023
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So Happy I did it!!
Highly recommend!! Dr McMahan is wonderful!!! During my consultation he listened to my concerns and talked through my questions - I never felt rushed - he has a no nonsense bedside manner that I appreciate. Helped set realistic goals and expectations. Appts were easy to make. My breast reduction surgery went smoothly - everyone involved from admissions to recovery room were top notch. I am thrilled with the results! I would definitely recommend and hope to work with them again. Thank you Dr McMahan and team!
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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Oct 15, 2022
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Exceptional surgeon
Dr. McMahan and his staff are great. Always prompt visits and make you feel comfortable. Surgery was virtually pain free and results are amazing. I would highly recommend Dr. McMahan to anyone.
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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May 17, 2022
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Dr. McMahan was the only cosmetic surgeon I considered when experiencing problems from a previous breast augmentation by another physician requiring a bilateral capsulectomy and re-augmentation mammaplasty. His cost for the procedure was very reasonable and includes post-op follow-up.
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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Bj2291 – Aug 30, 2021
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Dr. McMahan is an artist with a scalpel. I'm a 53-year old woman who had a breast reduction 20+ years ago. Unfortunately for me, my breasts got bigger, heavier, and more "pendulous" over the years. I visited Dr. McMahan to enquire about another reduction. He explained to me how it could cause nipple necrosis and said he couldn't do it. But... instead of sending me away, Dr. McMahan figured out a way to do a breast lift with liposuction that turned out to be exactly what I needed. Scarring is minimal and Dr. McMahan even managed to perfectly line up the tattoos I got to cover up the previous breast reduction scars! I hadn't even asked if he could do that because I figured it was impossible. I highly recommend Dr. McMahan -- he is a true professional and artist who can help you become your best self. Jennifer Bowers Bahney
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jennifer B. – Jul 21, 2021
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Dr. McMahan is the best in Columbus at breast augmentation. I had my original implants placed by him over 20 years ago and recently had replaced only because of the FDA recall of textured implants. He did a great job. I also know many other people who have went to him for breast augmentation everyone I know is happy with their results and highly recommends him.
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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Jul 01, 2021
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Upper Bleph
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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Feb 05, 2020
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Dr McMahan listened carefully as I tried to decide how to proceed with removing my implants. He was very patient with me and tried to hear what I really wanted and didn’t pressure me to do anything. He detailed what to expect. I was prepared for the worst based on some pics I’ve seen but I could not be happier! He did do a mini lift and removed some excess skin and I couldn’t be happier. I also didn’t have to take any pain meds at all - pain was minimal. Office is friendly and always on time - no long waits. Overall I felt he truly wanted to do what’s best for me. Couldn’t recommend him enough!
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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Jan 13, 2020
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This is not the place to go for laser tattoo removal. I was treated without any pain relief offered for my first visit. He gave me a prescription for a topical numbing cream to use before my next treatment if desired. It was more painful than childbirth. When I relocated and continued my laser tattoo removal treatment elsewhere, I learned that the industry standard is to use lidocaine injections to numb the tattoo area completely before treatment to manage pain. My sessions with other professionals have been pain-free.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Heather – Oct 31, 2019
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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
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 27, 2019
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I came to Dr. McMahan on a referral from a friend. I have long considered a tummy tuck to repair my abdominal muscles after two prior surgeries in college for a bowel resection left me with my ab muscles cut straight in half (and 2 pregnancies did not help the area!). Dr. McMahan explained everything to me in detail during my consultation and I signed up for the surgery that day. His office staff was WONDERFUL preparing me for the day of surgery and making sure all of my questions were answered. I felt very comfortable. I was undoubtedly nervous the day of surgery but Dr. McMahan, the nursing staff and the remaining staff at the surgery center made me feel so at ease. The entire process was seamless and exceeded my expectations. I was extremely comfortable after surgery and the pain was far less than I anticipated. Dr. McMahan called me the night of surgery to check in and continued to follow my care throughout recovery. He is a phenomenal surgeon and I am so thrilled with my results!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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May 23, 2019
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I HIGHLY Recommend Dr. McMahan and his staff! I have always dreamed of a mommy makeover after gaining/losing 50+lbs with both of my children. I struggled mentally and physically with returning to my pre-pregnancy figure. A friend referred me to Dr McMahans and after working up the courage I finally scheduled a consult. He suggested to be as close to my ideal weight before surgery as it is a contouring procedure and not a weight loss surgery. I took his advice and hired a personal trainer to help me get in the best shape possible. One year later I had my surgery (Breast Lift and Tummy Tuck). From day one Dr. McMahan has been honest, upfront and concise. He is an extremely skilled and detailed surgeon. He takes the extra time to do it right the first time. There are no words to describe my “new” body. The transformation is phenomenal and he exceeded my expectations. I would choose Dr McMahan and his staff every time!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 26, 2019
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I had a procedure done on November 20 and am just about 6-weeks post-op. The procedure, the healing process and the aftercare have been great. Dr. McMahan is a very talented surgeon and his staff are very friendly.
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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Angela Selimi in Columbus, OH – Dec 29, 2018
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I am extremely pleased with the results of my surgery, the pain after surgery was very minimal and I had no complications. Dr McMahan is an excellent physician and his staff are all very friendly and helpful. Follow up appointments at the office are always on time! Big plus!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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shannon in Thornville – Dec 12, 2018
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Dr. McMahan and his team are very professional and caring. I had gone to see him about replacing a chin implant I had done a couple years earlier. Dr. McMahan did an excellent job of picking a new replacement implant and correcting my previous surgery. I have seen a couple different plastic surgeons and would recommend Dr. McMahan over all of them.
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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Nov 20, 2018
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I am very very pleased with the surgery I received recently from Dr. McMahan. I came to see him in regards to a chin implant I had gotten 4 years ago that had completely migrated to the side of my face right on top of my mental nerve, causing pain and numbness of my lip/chin area. The doctor who originally did the surgery told me it could not be fixed and informed me nothing was wrong. Dr. McMahan completed re-vision surgery, putting in a new chin implant that better suited my face, which was pl
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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Morgan in Columbus, OH – Oct 29, 2018
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I couldn’t be more thrilled with the outcome! Dr. McMahan followed through on his projected outcome of the surgery. If you hope to look years younger, this is the doctor I highly recommend!
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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M.B. in OH – Oct 27, 2018
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I had an abdominoplasty with Dr. McMahan after 100 lb weight loss, and he was always professional, knowledgable, personable, and helpful with any question I had. Fantastic care and the results were better than I could have imagined! I would recommend Dr McMahan to anyone seeking medical advice from a professional, caring, and experienced 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 09, 2018
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I couldn't be more pleased with Dr. McMahan and the results of my breast implants. I've waited years for this surgery and was confident in my decision in choosing him. He patiently answered all my questions and concerns and didn't try to sell me on more than I was coming in for. I will go to him for my future needs!
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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Columbus, Ohio – Feb 22, 2018
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He was amazing!!! Very understanding, informational, and nice!!! I couldn't be happier with my results!!! HIGHLY recommend him!!!!
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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Melissa in Mason wv – Aug 09, 2017
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care philosophy

We believe that the best patients are the most informed patients.
  • General Surgery

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Ohio State University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1990
  • Mt Sinai Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1988
  • Hurley Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1984
  • Oregon Health & Science University

    Medical School, 1983
  • Oregon State University

    Undergraduate School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office4845 Knightsbridge Blvd Ste 230 Columbus, OH 43214
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Riverside Methodist Hospital

    3535 Olentangy River Rd
    Columbus, OH 43214
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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