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Dr. Walter Pipkin, MD

Dr. Walter Pipkin, MD

Pediatric Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Walter Pipkin, MD is a pediatric surgeon in Augusta, GA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities Augusta University Medical Center and SGMC Health-Main. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center

1120 15th St Augusta, GA 30912
(706) 721-8623

Care Philosophy

"Based in Augusta Georgia Augusta University Health is a world class health care network offering the most comprehensive primary specialty and subspecialty care in the region Augusta University Health provides skilled..."

- Dr. Walter Pipkin, MD

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Pipkin specializes in the area of Pediatric Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Pipkin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pipkin

4.5

15 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
80%
80%
4 Star
7%
7%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
7%
7%

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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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Sep 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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T Thomas – Feb 11, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jun 12, 2019
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Allie Casella in Martinez , GA – Jul 03, 2018
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
MartinezMom in GA – May 17, 2018
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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
5 people found this helpful
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Shirley M. in Grovetown, GA – Apr 20, 2016
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care philosophy

Based in Augusta Georgia Augusta University Health is a world class health care network offering the most comprehensive primary specialty and subspecialty care in the region Augusta University Health provides skilled compassionate care to its patients...read more

  • Pediatric Surgery

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  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Fellowship Hospital, 2005

  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Residency Hospital, 2003

  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Internship Hospital, 1998

  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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Pediatric Surgery
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Locations

Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center

Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center1120 15th St Augusta, GA 30912
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • SGMC Health-Main

    2501 N Patterson St
    Valdosta, GA 31602

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Augusta University Medical Center

    1120 15th St
    Augusta, GA 30912

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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