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Dr. William Taylor, MD

General Surgery*
4.1 (16)
Map Pin Small Columbus, GA
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience

Overview of Dr. William Taylor, MD

Dr. William Taylor, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Columbus, GA. They specialize in General Surgery, has 28 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School and is affiliated with Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown and St. Francis - Emory Healthcare. Dr. Taylor, completed a residency at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine. Patients rated Dr. Taylor an average 4.1 star rating.

Dr. Taylor works at Practice in Columbus, GA. They frequently treat conditions like Colorectal Cancer, Anal and Rectal Cancer and Incisional Hernia along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Taylor's Office Locations

  1. 1
    George P. Tkalych M.d. P.c.
    1900 10th Ave Ste 201, Columbus, GA 31901 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (706) 984-7400

Hospital Affiliations
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  • Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown
  • St. Francis - Emory Healthcare

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Colorectal Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Incisional Hernia
Colorectal Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Incisional Hernia

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Colorectal Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Incisional Hernia
Abdominal Pain
Anal or Rectal Pain
Small Intestine Cancer
Anal Fissure
Appendicitis
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Hemorrhoids
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Anoscopy
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Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Gallbladder Removal
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Abdominal Disorders
Abdominal Hernia
Abscess
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Anal Disorders
Anal Prolapse
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cancer
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Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gallbladder Diseases
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gynecologic Cancer
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Intestinal Abscess
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Meckel's Diverticulum
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rectovaginal Fistula
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Tubo-Ovarian Abscess
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anoscopy With Removal of Anal Tumor
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colostomy
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Robotic Assist
Gastrectomy
Gastroenterology Procedures
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Inguinal Hernia Surgery
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Appendectomy
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Salpingo Oophorectomy with Robotic Assist
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Thoracentesis
Thyroid Biopsy
Tracheal Surgery
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair
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    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 28 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1659446326
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Mayo School Med
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of Minnesota Medical School
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • University of Minnesota / Twin Cities Campus
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
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    Dr. Taylor has seen patients for Colorectal Cancer, Anal and Rectal Cancer and Incisional Hernia, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Taylor on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    16 patients have reviewed Dr. Taylor. The overall rating for this provider is 4.1. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Taylor.

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