Summary

Dr. Joe Sam Robinson is one of the area’s most experienced neurosurgeons; he has served the patients of Central Georgia for over 35 years. During that time, Dr. Robinson has also developed National and International neurosurgical research which is a lifelong passion. Additionally, he served as part of the Trauma Commission of Georgia and was very instrumental in getting The Medical Center of Central Georgia, Navicent Health, named as one of three, Level 1 Trauma centers in the state. Dr. Robinson also lent his time, talent and resources into getting the Mercer School of Medicine here as well.After receiving an undergraduate degree from Harvard University with honors in 1967, he continued his studies at the University of Virginia, from which he received his doctorate in medicine in 1971. He completed neurosurgery training with rotations in London, England, Northwestern University, Emory University and Yale University where he was named a Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholar.In 1981, Dr. Robinson began his neurosurgical practice at The Medical Center of Central Georgia, Navicent Health. He became Chief of the Neurosurgery Department there in 1988. His resume includes many teaching assignments, including stints at the University of Illinois, Yale University, Mercer University and The Medical College of Georgia, as well as visiting professorships and lecture dates in Thailand, Scotland, Honduras, Italy, China, Lithuania and Peru. He is currently a Professor of Neurosurgery at Mercer University and a Clinical Professor at Medical College of Georgia.As his abilities are widely recognized, Dr. Robinson has fulfilled many invitations to lecture on disorders of the brain and spinal cord all over the world. He has also contributed over 115 articles for publication in such noted periodicals as the Journal of Chronic Diseases, and the Journal of Neurosurgery and Neuroscience. Additionally, he has authored a book “Toward Healthcare Resources Stewardship” and is currently working on a second one about trauma. Dr. Robinson hosts a weekly television show called Observations on Cox Channel 112 where he discusses current topics of politics, religion and healthcare with variety of guests. He and his research team continuously look for ways to improve healthcare as well as cost efficiency.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 55 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
  • 21 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Georgia Neurosurgical Institute

840 Pine St Ste 880Macon, GA 31201
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joe Sam Robinson Jr

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Alliant Health Plans
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CareSource
  • Cenpatico
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health
  • Clover Health - HMO
  • Clover Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Georgia Health Advantage
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • OSU Health Plan
  • Priority Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • Ultimate Health Plans
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joe Sam Robinson Jr has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joe Sam Robinson Jr has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Brain Surgery
  • Brain Tumor
  • Cancer
  • Craniotomy
  • Glioblastoma
  • Laminectomy
  • Neurosurgery
  • Neurosurgical Procedures
  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery
  • Spinal Disorders
  • Stroke
  • Wounds and Injuries

Certifications, License, & Education

55 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Virginia Commonwealth University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1971

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Dr. Joe Robinson Jr's office is located at 840 Pine St Ste 880, Macon, GA, 31201.
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