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Summary
Dr. James Sams is an internal medicine specialist with 47 years of experience treating adult patients. He earned his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine and completed his residency at SC Medical Center. Dr. Sams speaks English and focuses his practice on managing complex medical conditions in adult patients.
Dr. Sams practices at multiple locations including Piedmont Fayette Hospital in Fayetteville, Georgia, along with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital and facilities in Greenville, South Carolina. He specializes in treating high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, helping patients manage these serious cardiovascular conditions. His practice includes performing blood tests and joint procedures such as bursa aspiration and injection to diagnose and treat various medical issues. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.
Dr. Sams practices at multiple locations including Piedmont Fayette Hospital in Fayetteville, Georgia, along with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital and facilities in Greenville, South Carolina. He specializes in treating high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, helping patients manage these serious cardiovascular conditions. His practice includes performing blood tests and joint procedures such as bursa aspiration and injection to diagnose and treat various medical issues. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- 47 years of experience
- 11 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Sc Medical Center
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. James Compton Sams has 4 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 47 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) | Speaks English |
| Fayetteville , GA | Lyons , CO | Mesquite , TX | Decatur , GA |
| Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc | Med School: Fiu Herbert Wertheim College Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Compton Sams
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Compton Sams has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Compton Sams has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
47 Years Experience
Dr. James Compton Sams holds an active medical license in the state of Tennessee.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Tennessee that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Sc Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine in 1979.
NPI Number
Dr. Sams' NPI number is 1588714653.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Sams?
- You can find contact information for Dr. James Sams here on Vitals.
- Where is Dr. James Sams's office located?
- Dr. James Sams's office is located at 1255 Highway 54 W, Fayetteville, GA, 30214.
- What languages does Dr. James Sams speak?
- Dr. James Sams speaks English.
- Which hospitals is Dr. James Sams affiliated with?
- Dr. James Sams is affiliated with Piedmont Fayette Hospital.
- Does Dr. James Sams accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. James Sams has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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