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James Foster, MD

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Family Medicine

Education & Training

Doctor of Medicine

James Foster, MD

Primary Care Physician affiliated with Wellstar since 1996.

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Primary Care Physician affiliated with Wellstar since 1996
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Expertise

Specialties

  • Family Medicine

Education & Training

  • University of Maryland School of Medicine

Degree

  • Doctor of Medicine

Residency

  • AU-Medical College of Georgia

Certifications

  • American Board of Family Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

  • Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center

Languages spoken

  • English

Common Treatments, Conditions, and Procedures

  • Acid Reflux

Patient Reviews

Overall patient rating

4.7

Based on 31 patient ratings

Shared the right amount of information
Listened to me carefully
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
Earned my trust

All reviews have been submitted by patients after seeing the provider.For more information about the review system, check out this Learn more about our review system.

Patient Reviews

4

Parking is a problem. Too many reserved spaces on lower level of parking deck. Staffing of check in is inadequate.

August 15, 2025

5

Dr Foster takes very good care of me. Listen to every thing i talk about and gives me good sound medical advice.

August 13, 2025

5

I feel like my provider knows how I am and understands how best to improve my health. Even when I bring up weird ideas he does not balk at my logic and is always willing to go over the pros and cons of an action plan.

August 17, 2025

5

Dr Foster is very caring and very thorough! Takes time to listen.

August 11, 2025

5

Dr. Foster is great. Detailed, friendly, helpful.

August 6, 2025

5

And Dr. Foster is a outstanding physician, doctor. He take care of me and always going through all the prompts to find out step by step what's going on. So I do recommend him very highly.

July 30, 2025

5

Dr. Foster and his nurse, were the best anyone could ask for. They are the best.

July 20, 2025

5

You did a wonderful job. I would like to keep you as my doctor and I would provide you to anybody else. Thank you very much. Y'all did a great job.

July 24, 2025

5

Dr. Foster did a fantastic job. I am now switching to him as my primary

July 24, 2025

5

I cannot speak highly enough about Dr. James Foster and the exceptional care he provides. From the moment I walk into the office, I'm treated with warmth, respect, and genuine compassion. Dr. Foster is not only incredibly knowledgeable and thorough but also takes the time to listen, explain, and ensure that I feel heard and supported at every visit. What truly sets Dr. Foster apart from any other primary care doctor I had in the past is his ability to combine clinical excellence with a kind and approachable manner. He never rushes through appointments and always make me feel like a priority. Whether it's managing my chronic condition, addressing a new concern, or simply focusing on preventive care, Dr. Foster brings the perfect balance of professionalism, empathy, and attentiveness. It is such a relief and comfort to know that my health is in such capable hands. I am beyond grateful to have found Dr. Foster as my primary care provider and would recommend him without hesitation to anyone seeking outstanding, patient-centered care

July 21, 2025

5

Dr Foster takes very good care of me. Listen to every thing i talk about and gives me good sound medical advice.

August 13, 2025

5

I feel like my provider knows how I am and understands how best to improve my health. Even when I bring up weird ideas he does not balk at my logic and is always willing to go over the pros and cons of an action plan.

August 17, 2025

5

Dr Foster is very caring and very thorough! Takes time to listen.

August 11, 2025

5

Dr. Foster is great. Detailed, friendly, helpful.

August 6, 2025

5

And Dr. Foster is a outstanding physician, doctor. He take care of me and always going through all the prompts to find out step by step what's going on. So I do recommend him very highly.

July 30, 2025

5

Dr. Foster and his nurse, were the best anyone could ask for. They are the best.

July 20, 2025

5

You did a wonderful job. I would like to keep you as my doctor and I would provide you to anybody else. Thank you very much. Y'all did a great job.

July 24, 2025

5

Dr. Foster did a fantastic job. I am now switching to him as my primary

July 24, 2025

5

I cannot speak highly enough about Dr. James Foster and the exceptional care he provides. From the moment I walk into the office, I'm treated with warmth, respect, and genuine compassion. Dr. Foster is not only incredibly knowledgeable and thorough but also takes the time to listen, explain, and ensure that I feel heard and supported at every visit. What truly sets Dr. Foster apart from any other primary care doctor I had in the past is his ability to combine clinical excellence with a kind and approachable manner. He never rushes through appointments and always make me feel like a priority. Whether it's managing my chronic condition, addressing a new concern, or simply focusing on preventive care, Dr. Foster brings the perfect balance of professionalism, empathy, and attentiveness. It is such a relief and comfort to know that my health is in such capable hands. I am beyond grateful to have found Dr. Foster as my primary care provider and would recommend him without hesitation to anyone seeking outstanding, patient-centered care

July 21, 2025

4

Parking is a problem. Too many reserved spaces on lower level of parking deck. Staffing of check in is inadequate.

August 15, 2025

4

Parking is a problem. Too many reserved spaces on lower level of parking deck. Staffing of check in is inadequate.

August 15, 2025

5

Dr Foster takes very good care of me. Listen to every thing i talk about and gives me good sound medical advice.

August 13, 2025

5

I feel like my provider knows how I am and understands how best to improve my health. Even when I bring up weird ideas he does not balk at my logic and is always willing to go over the pros and cons of an action plan.

August 17, 2025

5

Dr Foster is very caring and very thorough! Takes time to listen.

August 11, 2025

5

Dr. Foster is great. Detailed, friendly, helpful.

August 6, 2025

5

And Dr. Foster is a outstanding physician, doctor. He take care of me and always going through all the prompts to find out step by step what's going on. So I do recommend him very highly.

July 30, 2025

5

Dr. Foster and his nurse, were the best anyone could ask for. They are the best.

July 20, 2025

5

You did a wonderful job. I would like to keep you as my doctor and I would provide you to anybody else. Thank you very much. Y'all did a great job.

July 24, 2025

5

Dr. Foster did a fantastic job. I am now switching to him as my primary

July 24, 2025

5

I cannot speak highly enough about Dr. James Foster and the exceptional care he provides. From the moment I walk into the office, I'm treated with warmth, respect, and genuine compassion. Dr. Foster is not only incredibly knowledgeable and thorough but also takes the time to listen, explain, and ensure that I feel heard and supported at every visit. What truly sets Dr. Foster apart from any other primary care doctor I had in the past is his ability to combine clinical excellence with a kind and approachable manner. He never rushes through appointments and always make me feel like a priority. Whether it's managing my chronic condition, addressing a new concern, or simply focusing on preventive care, Dr. Foster brings the perfect balance of professionalism, empathy, and attentiveness. It is such a relief and comfort to know that my health is in such capable hands. I am beyond grateful to have found Dr. Foster as my primary care provider and would recommend him without hesitation to anyone seeking outstanding, patient-centered care

July 21, 2025

5

I feel like my provider knows how I am and understands how best to improve my health. Even when I bring up weird ideas he does not balk at my logic and is always willing to go over the pros and cons of an action plan.

August 17, 2025

4

Parking is a problem. Too many reserved spaces on lower level of parking deck. Staffing of check in is inadequate.

August 15, 2025

5

Dr Foster takes very good care of me. Listen to every thing i talk about and gives me good sound medical advice.

August 13, 2025

5

Dr Foster is very caring and very thorough! Takes time to listen.

August 11, 2025

5

Dr. Foster is great. Detailed, friendly, helpful.

August 6, 2025

5

And Dr. Foster is a outstanding physician, doctor. He take care of me and always going through all the prompts to find out step by step what's going on. So I do recommend him very highly.

July 30, 2025

5

Dr. Foster did a fantastic job. I am now switching to him as my primary

July 24, 2025

5

You did a wonderful job. I would like to keep you as my doctor and I would provide you to anybody else. Thank you very much. Y'all did a great job.

July 24, 2025

5

I cannot speak highly enough about Dr. James Foster and the exceptional care he provides. From the moment I walk into the office, I'm treated with warmth, respect, and genuine compassion. Dr. Foster is not only incredibly knowledgeable and thorough but also takes the time to listen, explain, and ensure that I feel heard and supported at every visit. What truly sets Dr. Foster apart from any other primary care doctor I had in the past is his ability to combine clinical excellence with a kind and approachable manner. He never rushes through appointments and always make me feel like a priority. Whether it's managing my chronic condition, addressing a new concern, or simply focusing on preventive care, Dr. Foster brings the perfect balance of professionalism, empathy, and attentiveness. It is such a relief and comfort to know that my health is in such capable hands. I am beyond grateful to have found Dr. Foster as my primary care provider and would recommend him without hesitation to anyone seeking outstanding, patient-centered care

July 21, 2025

5

Dr. Foster and his nurse, were the best anyone could ask for. They are the best.

July 20, 2025

5

Dr. Foster and his nurse, were the best anyone could ask for. They are the best.

July 20, 2025

5

I cannot speak highly enough about Dr. James Foster and the exceptional care he provides. From the moment I walk into the office, I'm treated with warmth, respect, and genuine compassion. Dr. Foster is not only incredibly knowledgeable and thorough but also takes the time to listen, explain, and ensure that I feel heard and supported at every visit. What truly sets Dr. Foster apart from any other primary care doctor I had in the past is his ability to combine clinical excellence with a kind and approachable manner. He never rushes through appointments and always make me feel like a priority. Whether it's managing my chronic condition, addressing a new concern, or simply focusing on preventive care, Dr. Foster brings the perfect balance of professionalism, empathy, and attentiveness. It is such a relief and comfort to know that my health is in such capable hands. I am beyond grateful to have found Dr. Foster as my primary care provider and would recommend him without hesitation to anyone seeking outstanding, patient-centered care

July 21, 2025

5

You did a wonderful job. I would like to keep you as my doctor and I would provide you to anybody else. Thank you very much. Y'all did a great job.

July 24, 2025

5

Dr. Foster did a fantastic job. I am now switching to him as my primary

July 24, 2025

5

And Dr. Foster is a outstanding physician, doctor. He take care of me and always going through all the prompts to find out step by step what's going on. So I do recommend him very highly.

July 30, 2025

5

Dr. Foster is great. Detailed, friendly, helpful.

August 6, 2025

5

Dr Foster is very caring and very thorough! Takes time to listen.

August 11, 2025

5

Dr Foster takes very good care of me. Listen to every thing i talk about and gives me good sound medical advice.

August 13, 2025

4

Parking is a problem. Too many reserved spaces on lower level of parking deck. Staffing of check in is inadequate.

August 15, 2025

5

I feel like my provider knows how I am and understands how best to improve my health. Even when I bring up weird ideas he does not balk at my logic and is always willing to go over the pros and cons of an action plan.

August 17, 2025

James Foster, MD
Primary Care Physician affiliated with Wellstar since 1996
Rating
4.7
Specialties
Family Medicine
Education
Doctor of Medicine
Medical School
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Residency
AU-Medical College of Georgia
Certifications
American Board of Family Medicine
Spoken Languages
English
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center
Office Locations
www.wellstar.org/physicians/james-foster-md
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