Summary

Dr. George Azar III treats type 2 diabetes mellitus and hypertension, and performs laparoscopy, abdominal hernia repair, and laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery. He has practiced surgery for 35 years and is affiliated with Merit Health Wesley.

Dr. Azar earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and completed his residency at LSU Health Sciences. He sees patients in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, and speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Azar 4.4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 35 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Southern Surgery & Urology Center

139 Fairfield DrHattiesburg, MS 39402
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 1:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Hattiesburg , MSHattiesburg , MSHattiesburg , MSHattiesburg , MS
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine Med School: Oklahoma State Univ Center For Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic Med Med School: Campbell University Jerry M Wallace School Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. George James Azar III

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Guardian
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. George James Azar III has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. George James Azar III has the following area of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lsu Health Sciences.

Medical School

Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Azar III's NPI number is 1376632307.

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Where is Dr. George Azar III's office located?
Dr. George Azar III's office is located at 139 Fairfield Dr, Hattiesburg, MS, 39402.
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Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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