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Dr. James Foster, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 52
Dr. James Foster, MD
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Dr. James Foster, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Macon, GA.
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Dr. James Foster, MD

Cardiothoracic Surgery* Age 52
Macon, GA
Accepting new patients
27 years of experience
Dr. James Foster, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Macon, GA.

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Dr. James Foster, MD is a Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialist in Macon, GA and has 27 years experience. They graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia in 1997 and completed a residency at Mercer U, Dept Surg, McCg.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Piedmont Macon Medical Center and Atrium Health Navicent the Medical Center. At present, Dr. Foster received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 14 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Foster is board certified in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
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Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Coronary Artery Bypass with Robotic Assist
Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
Aortic Aneurysm
Atherosclerosis
Carotid Artery Disease
Cerebrovascular Disease
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
Lung Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Peripheral Edema
Pleural Effusion
Cardiac Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Maze Procedure
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Aneurysm
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Aortic Diseases
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Ectasia
Aortic Stenosis
Aortic Valve Disease
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Atherosclerosis of Aorta
Atrial Fibrillation
Cardiac Tamponade
Congenital Heart Defects
Coronary Artery Dissection
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Embolism
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Endocarditis
Esophageal Cancer
Hypertensive Heart with Failure
Lung Abscess
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Mitral and Aortic Valve Disorder
Mitral Valve Disease
Mitral Valve Regurgitation
Mitral Valve Stenosis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Disease of Extremities
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Cancer
Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary Valve Disease
Rheumatic Aortic Valve Disorders
Rheumatic Tricuspid Disease
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Systolic Heart Failure
Thymomas
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Varicose Veins
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Venous Insufficiency
Ventricular Fibrillation
Ventricular Tachycardia (VT)
Ablation for Cardiac Arrhythmias
Aortic Repair
Aortic Valve Surgery
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Closed Endoscopic Biopsy of Bronchus With Robotic Assistance
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Embolectomy Arterial
Heart Valvuloplasty of Mitral Valve Without Replacement
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Insertion of Left Ventricular Lead for Pacemaker or Cardioverter and Defibrillator
Lobectomy of Lung with Robotic Assist
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy with Robotic Assist
Mitral Valve Repair
Mitral Valve Surgery
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Lobectomy
Open Lung Resection or Removal
Open Thymectomy
Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
Pancoast Tumor Excision
Partial Lobectomy
Port Placements or Replacements
Thoracentesis
Thoracoscopic Excision of Lung With Robotic Assistance
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy
Thoracoscopic Lobectomy Robotic Assist
Thoracoscopic Thymectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection Robotic Assist
Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
Venous Sclerotherapy
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy

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  • Choice Plus POS II
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    Blue Essential Open Access-GA POS
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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
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  • MultiPlan PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Atrium Health Navicent Heart & Vascular Care
    575 1st St, Macon, GA 31201
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (478) 743-9762
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 17:00
  2. 2 Cardio Thoracic Vascular & Pediatric Surgery Assoc. PC
    688 Walnut St Ste 200, Macon, GA 31201
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (478) 742-7566

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Jan 22, 2023
When you have an emergency and there comes this doctor, very knowledgeable, professional, and respectful to suture 9 stitches and all the experience were flawless. He made me feel save and secure.
Ledaliz Collazo — Jan 22, 2023
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Specialties*
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Vascular Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Augusta University Medical College of Georgia
    1997
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Medical Center of Central Georgia
    1998
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Mercer U, Dept Surg, McCg
    2002
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Medical University of South Carolina
    2005
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Foster, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Foster's profile.

Dr. James Foster, MD is affiliated with Piedmont Macon Medical Center and Atrium Health Navicent the Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. James Foster, MD holds board certification in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Piedmont Macon Medical Center

    350 Hospital Dr, Macon, GA

  • Atrium Health Navicent the Medical Center

    777 Hemlock St, Macon, GA