Dr. James S. Rawson, MD | Columbus, MS | Gastroenterologist

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Dr. James Rawson is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine specialist who earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine. He completed his residency at University Hospital and brings 46 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Rawson is fluent in English.

Dr. Rawson is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle and practices in Columbus and Southaven, Mississippi. His expertise includes treating chronic kidney disease and managing high blood pressure in both adult and pediatric patients. He performs comprehensive blood work including complete blood counts and chemistry panels, along with specialized kidney function tests. Patients rate Dr. Rawson 2.6 out of 5 stars on average.

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2.6

10 Ratings
46 years of experience
6 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
University Hospital
6 written reviews
2 specialties
11 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations
Male

Flexible scheduling

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Dr. Rawson's Ratings and Reviews

2.6

10 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 21 Minutes

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Had a good bedside manner: (2) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Spent time with me: (2) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (2) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Flexible scheduling: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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My family and I have been seeing Dr. Rawson for many years. He is always considerate and answers all our questions. Even when needed on a holiday. I would highly recommend him. His staff is top notch also. We will be sad when he does retire.

December 24th, 2018

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If you are really sick do NOT use him because you will be sicker after your visit . His bedside manner is awful he doesn't care about his patients he is all about the money. He defiantly has GOD complex and I promise you that GOD has nothing to do with him. Office staff are burnt out and understaffed . The sad thing is that the other 2 doctors are very good doctors and that is overshawdowed by is awful attitude . He is a miserable man that is not interested in helping people . The one thing I would tell him is to please retire so the people of Lowdes county do not have to travel to other cities for proper health care . God, please forgive this man . He lost sight of why he wanted to be a doctor from Jump start.

November 3rd, 2015

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Any skill Rawson has is overshadowed by his horrible bedside manner and lack of ethics. He ran about 10K worth of tests on me and found nothing wrong. I was physically and emotionally distraught when he was finished trying to diagnose me. The really bad thing is that the GI Associates of Columbus, MS, give you a hard time when you try to change doctors, so if you see him once you may be STUCK with him.

September 16th, 2014

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Worst "healthcare professional" I've ever encountered... Would not recommend to my worst enemy. He has made several attempts to duplicate tests ($$$) and ignored my every question and concern. The office staff is wonderful, but Dr. Rawson is an uncaring and abrasive individual that doesn't deserve to work among his colleagues.

January 31st, 2012

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Dr Rawson's bedside manner is horrible. The first thing he mentioned was that medicare was going to kick her out of the hospital because he couldn't find a diagnosis. He alluded that it was all in her head. Nobody continually vomits and diarrea for 3 weeks with nothing wrong.

August 25th, 2010

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Dr. Rawson was very knowledgeable and spent the time to fully examine and diagnose my condition. He treated my problem and fully explained my diagnosis. I would highly recommend Dr. Rawson to all who have gastro problems. His staff was great also and made me aware upfront of all charges and payments.

April 13th, 2010

Gastroenterology Associates

600 Leigh DrColumbus, MS 39705

Tel: (662) 327-7525

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 - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto

7601 Southcrest PkwySouthaven, MS 38671

Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle

2520 5th St NColumbus, MS 39705


Dr. James Stephen Rawson, MD	Ashley Anderson, APRN	Chimdi Mfebe, APRN	Shauna Sanderson, APRN
Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology	Gastroenterology
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
2.6 (10 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Columbus , MS	SACRAMENTO , CA	Little Rock , AR	Tallahassee , FL
Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine	Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine	Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing	Med School: Creighton University College of Nursing
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Abdominal Pain
Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
Celiac Disease
Colonoscopy
Constipation
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis C
Internal Medicine
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Ulcerative Colitis

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Rawson's NPI number is 1659380673.

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Nurse Practitioner
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Dr. Beverly D Danley, MD
Cardiovascular Disease
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Dr. Thomas Edgar Sheffield, MD
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55 Years Exp | Columbus, MS
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Dr. Ankita Verma
Internal Medicine
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Dr. Jash Kamlesh Shah
Internal Medicine
| Columbus, MS
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Dr. Yousef Samuel Ebrahim Ibrahim
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| Columbus, MS
(0)
Dr. Eric E Mcclendon, MD
Cardiovascular Disease
14 Years Exp | Columbus, MS
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Dr. Amy Elise Funderburk, MD
Internal Medicine
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