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Dr. William McGarity Jr, MD

Dr. William McGarity Jr, MD

Internal Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. William McGarity Jr, MD is an internist in Decatur, GA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Emory University Hospital and Emory University Hospital Midtown. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.1 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 2.1 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

5243 Snapfinger Woods Dr Ste 103 Decatur, GA 30035
Telehealth available

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Dr. McGarity Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McGarity Jr

2.1
12 ratings, 6 with a written review
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Josey was great! Taking blood and with blood pressure check. Handling even the business at the front desk
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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Apr 02, 2025
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I was a patient for over ten years and enjoyed the practice so much that I sent the staff Godiva gifts every holiday. I felt cared for and valued. Today, I requested my complete chart and am on the hunt for a new practice. In the past year the owner sold to a healthcare management company and standards have been in a tailspin with no bottom in sight. I confirm the experience of other reviewers that they do not return calls, handle refill requests and have excessive wait times. I went without my annual physical or prescriptions for five months accepting excuses and promises to follow-up that never materialized. I understand challenges during transition, but the lack of concern or accountability is truly unacceptable for any provider that claims to be in the medical field. They have reduced staffing levels, increased fees, and abandoned any pretense at professionalism. I accepted the dingy environment as part of the charm under the previous team, but given the current team's appalling treatment of me as a patient I strongly urge you to go elsewhere.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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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Ayanna C. – Feb 05, 2025
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I have been a patient at this practice for over 10 years, and I am extremely disappointed with the recent changes in how they handle prescriptions and patient care. I’ve been on a prescription for 10 years, and now I’m being told that I must visit every three months just to get refills. This new policy seems unnecessary and frustrating, especially when I’ve been stable on this medication for such a long time. While the Nurse Practitioners are great and provide excellent care, I find the overall experience with this practice to be consistently lacking. The wait times are always excessively long, and I’ve encountered several issues with getting prescriptions filled on time. Additionally, the office hours are inconsistent, which only adds to the frustration. I’ve also been promised return phone calls multiple times, but they never come through. I honestly don’t know why I haven’t switched providers sooner. It’s incredibly disheartening after being a loyal patient for so long. I truly hope they take patient feedback seriously and make improvements to better serve those who rely on them for care.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
2 others found this helpful
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Dec 14, 2024
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Patient of Dr McGarrity for over 10 years from day one he has been very impersonal. Not really a people person. Hard to feel comfortable talking to him, hes very stern but knowledgeable and that's why i have countinued with him this long and i have been too lazy to look for another dr. I'm starting to research other drs now, the office has really went down every time i come in there is new staff and a new nurse practitioner. Hard to establish a relationship with such high turn overs every visit
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
9 others found this helpful
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Kimberly in Atlanta, GA – Sep 01, 2016
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I met the nurse practitioner and had a great experience. Recommended him, and the person saw Dr. McGarity and the experience was horrible. I couldn't understand it until I had to see Dr. McGarity myself. The man acts as if he hates people or he is allergic to them. He stood as far away from me as possible, refused to touch me and said, From over here, you seem to be fine. I had to ask him to please run the test,which by the way, came back positive for the illness.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Jill in Decatur, GA – Mar 15, 2016
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I've been going to Dr. McGarity for many years. I've always known his political views, but he has always taken care of me. At this time with all the turmoil within his preferred political party, he is actually being rude. So rude, that I'm changing doctors. I'll probably hate the move more than he dose, but it is the principle of the matter. The temperament within this office depends on the day of the week. He told me it was Monday, and he wasn't having a good day, and to go handle my business.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
7 others found this helpful
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Stone Mountain, GA – Mar 07, 2016
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Dr. William McGarity Jr, MD is an internist in Decatur, GA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Emory University Hospital and Emory...read more
  • Internal Medicine

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  • Emory University

    Medical School, 1979
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William C. McGarity JR. MD PC5243 Snapfinger Woods Dr Ste 103 Decatur, GA 30035
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