Summary

Board-certified and fellowship-trained in his field, Dennis Choat, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.A.S.C.R.S., is a colorectal surgeon at City of Hope® Cancer Center Paces Ferry, where he offers patients with colon and bowel cancer access to innovative surgical treatment options.Dr. Choat has more than 30 years’ experience in the field of cancer care and colon and rectal surgery. His expertise includes performing a wide range of robotic surgeries, minimally invasive procedures and leading-edge approaches such as transanal natural orifice surgeries and colonoscopies. His goal is to ensure patients receive the innovative care they deserve while minimizing side effects and impacts on their quality of life.After earning his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham, Dr. Choat went on to complete a general surgery residency in Atlanta at Georgia Baptist Medical Center, followed by specialty fellowship training in colorectal surgery at Ochsner Foundation Hospital in New Orleans, Louisiana. An active member of organizations including the Medical Association of Atlanta, the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and the Piedmont Colorectal Society, he has held numerous leadership roles throughout his career, including serving as medical staff president and chair of general surgery.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Ga Bapt Mc
  • 21 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

City of Hope Paces Ferry

3193 Howell Mill Rd NW Ste 214Atlanta, GA 30327

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56 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Atlanta , GARoswell , GAPittsburgh , PARoswell , GA
Med School: University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, Michigan Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Dennis Choat

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Alliant Health Plans
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia - Medicare
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Clear Spring Health
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Sonder Health Plans
  • Sonder Health Plans - Medicare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr Dennis Choat has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr Dennis Choat has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Banding
  • Bowel Resection
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colonoscopy
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Diverticulitis
  • Gastrointestinal Surgery
  • Hemorrhoidectomy
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)
  • Rectal Bleeding
  • Rectal Pain

Certifications, License, & Education

Dr Dennis Choat holds an active medical license in the states of Georgia and Florida. They are board certified in Surgery and Colon and Rectal Surgery by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery and board certified in Colon and Rectal Surgery by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Georgia that expires in 2027 and an active medical license in the state of Florida that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ga Bapt Mc and Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Atlanta Med Ctr, General Surgery.

NPI Number

Dr Choat's NPI number is 1346298213.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr Dennis Choat speak?
Dr Dennis Choat speaks English.
Is Dr Dennis Choat accepting new patients?
Dr Dennis Choat is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr Dennis Choat's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Where is Dr Dennis Choat's office located?
Dr Dennis Choat's office is located at 3193 Howell Mill Rd NW Ste 214, Atlanta, GA, 30327.
How can I make an appointment with Dr Dennis Choat?
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Does Dr Dennis Choat accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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