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Dr. James Garber, MD

Surgical Oncology*
4.7 (24)
Map Pin Small Savannah, GA
Accepting new patients
26 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. James Garber, MD

Dr. James Garber, MD is a Surgical Oncology Specialist in Savannah, GA. They specialize in Surgical Oncology, has 26 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia and is affiliated with Memorial Health University Medical Center. Dr. Garber, completed a residency at Mercer University School of Medicine. Patients rated Dr. Garber an average 4.7 star rating.

Dr. Garber works at Memorial Health Physicians - Surgical Care in Savannah, GA. They frequently treat conditions like Gallstones and Cholecystitis and Gallstones along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept UnitedHealthCare as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Garber's Office Locations

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    Memorial Health Physicians - Surgical Care
    4700 Waters Ave, Savannah, GA 31404 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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Port Placements or Replacements
Gallstones
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Cholangiocarcinoma
Colorectal Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Incisional Hernia
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Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Pancreatic Cancer
Peritoneal Cancer
Pheochromocytoma
Pyloric Stenosis
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Cancer
Umbilical Hernia
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Ventral Hernia
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastrotomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Liver Biopsy
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bladder Cancer
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Cervical Cancer
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Empyema
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ENT Cancer
Esophageal Varices
Ewing's Sarcoma
Fallopian Tube Cancer
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypothalamus Cancer
Ileus
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Illeum Cancer
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Kidney Cancer
Laryngeal Cancer
Lung Cancer
Lymphangioma
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Mouth Cancer
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia, Type 2A (MEN 2A)
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Nodular Sclerosis Hodgkins Lymphoma
Nose Cancer
Osteosarcoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pineal Region Tumors
Pleural Effusion
Prostate Cancer
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Testicular Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Tongue Cancer
Tonsil Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Tubo-Ovarian Abscess
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia with Gangrene
Urinary Tract Cancer
Uterine Cancer
Vaginal Cancer
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Vulvar Cancer
Vulvovaginal Rhabdomyosarcoma
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Augmentation Cystoplasty
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Bladder Surgery
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Cholecystoenterostomy
Colectomy
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colostomy
Cystectomy
Diaphragmatic Paraesophagel Hernia Robotic Assist
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Excision of Bile Duct Tumor
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Gastric Bypass Surgery, Open
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Hemigastrectomy
Hepatectomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Liver Tumor Ablation
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Nephrectomy
Nephrectomy with Robotic Assist
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Tumor Ablation, Liver
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Percutaneous Tumor Ablation of Liver
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Pyloromyotomy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Renal Transplant
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Total Splenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Tracheal Surgery
Vagotomy
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Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair
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    4.7
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    Specialties*
    • Surgical Oncology

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    Years of Experience
    • 26 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1548357213
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Fox Chase Cancer Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Mercer University School of Medicine
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Augusta University Medical College of Georgia
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Memorial Health University Medical Center

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    Dr. James Garber, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Garber is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Garber has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Garber works at Memorial Health Physicians - Surgical Care in Savannah, GA. View the full address on Dr. Garber’s profile.

    Dr. Garber has seen patients for Gallstones and Cholecystitis and Gallstones, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Garber on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    24 patients have reviewed Dr. Garber. The overall rating for this provider is 4.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Garber.

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