Dr. James G. Lindley, MD | Savannah, GA | Neurosurgeon

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Dr. Lindley is a board-certified neurosurgeon with vast experience treating back and neck problems at Neurological Institute of Savannah. Dr. Lindley attended the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, where he graduated with a medical degree in 1984. He then completed an internship in general surgery in 1985 and a residency in neurosurgery in 1990 at the Bowman Gray School for Medicine/Wake Forest University Medical Center in Winston-Salem. Dr. Lindley is a member of the American Medical Association, the Congress of Neurological Surgeons and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, as well as other neurological organizations. He has written several published works on topics including meningiomas, intracranial aneurysms, spinal tumors and head injury.

accepting new patients
4.5

44 Ratings
42 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
29 written reviews
3 specialties
19 areas of expertise
3 board certifications
4 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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4.5

44 Ratings with 29 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 26 Minutes

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Patients frequently praise Dr. James Gunn Lindley for his compassion, thoroughness, and ability to explain conditions and treatment options in an understandable way. They appreciate his expertise, professional demeanor, and the attentive and helpful nature of his staff, leading to numerous successful outcomes and positive experiences. However, some reviews indicate there is room for improvement regarding solutions offered, as patients sometimes feel that while treatment is helpful, it may not always provide a final resolution to their issues. Overall, Dr. Lindley and his team are highly regarded, though some patients desire more conclusive solutions.

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Best experience in a medical practice ever! Dr Lindley is patient, explains your condition thoroughly and answers all your questions patiently. As a back pain sufferer for over 20 years, you will appreciate the attention to your condition! Thank me later! Book soon!

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November 25th, 2024

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Great doctor, very knowledgeable on the newer technology, easy to talk with and understand exactly what should take place .

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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October 15th, 2024

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Great Physician. Easy to make appointments, Short wait times before being seen. Can’t say enough good things about him.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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September 9th, 2024

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Dr Lindley and his staff are very professional and very knowledgeable and they listen I would recommend him to anyone

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
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September 9th, 2024

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Dr.Lindley is my new control for, thorough , professional, & compassionate. This is the single most “in depth” work up I have ever witnessed!! Dr Lindley took the time to answer every concern, & make sure we understood all of the alternatives. We are so pleased with Dr Lindley, & grateful to have been referred to him.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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July 18th, 2024

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I’ve been going to Dr Lindley for 8 years with nothing but success to report. He’s compassionate and explains all in layman’s terms and doesn’t rush you. In addition, everyone who works for him is simply outstanding, no matter their job. I’ve never felt that someone didn’t want to take care of me. Extremely professional.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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July 1st, 2024

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Dr. Lindley is an excellent and caring physician. I have known him as a colleague for many years, as I am an orthopaedic surgeon who has referred many happy patients to Dr. Lindley. Now I am his patient for the past 14 months with a difficult and challenging cervical spine(neck) arthritis. Dr. Lindley is very thorough and detailed in his analysis as well as understanding. I appreciate everything he has done for me. His front desk and clinical staff have been very good as well.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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December 12th, 2023

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Great experience 5 out of 5

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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December 11th, 2023

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Dr. Lindley is a God send for me. I was only in Savannah for awhile and needed neck surgery. He’s been incredibly professional and caring! He explains my issues well and my neck surgery was a success. I appreciate Dr. Lindley and his expertise very much. It’s comforting when extensive surgery is needed!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

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October 30th, 2023

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Dr Lindley is an amazing neurosurgeon and a very compassionate human being!! His care and expertise in diagnosing and surgical skills in caring for my husband continues to be phenomenal. My husband has been very fortunate to being a patient of Dr Lindley since 2005.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

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October 26th, 2023

Neurological And Spine Institute

4 E Jackson BlvdSavannah, GA 31405

Tel: (912) 355-1010

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Dr. James Gunn Lindley JR., MD	Wesley Reynolds Stroud	Cynthia C Harn	Dr. Joseph Peter Tobin, MD
Neurological Surgery	Sports Medicine	Nurse Practitioner	Orthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.5 (44 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.3 (65 Ratings)
42 Years of Experience	9 Years of Experience		35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish			Speaks English, Spanish
Savannah , GA	BIRMINGHAM , AL	Savannah , GA	Pooler , GA
Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine	Med School: Mercer University School Of Medicine		Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine
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Aneurysm
Back Injuries
Back Pain
Brain Injuries
Brain Surgery
Brain Tumor
Cancer
Craniotomy
Glioblastoma
Head and Neck Disorder
Laminectomy
Neurosurgery
Neurosurgical Procedures
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Pain
Spinal Fractures
Spinal Stenosis
Stroke

Dr. James Gunn Lindley holds an active medical license in the states of Georgia and South Carolina.

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 South Carolina that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Lindley's NPI number is 1205825338.

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