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Dr. James Vest, MD

Dr. James Vest, MD

Family Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. James Vest, MD is a family medicine physician in Surfside Beach, SC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Grand Strand Medical Center and Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

1413 Highway 17 N Surfside Beach, SC 29575
Telehealth available
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Dr. Vest's Reviews

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3.9
27 ratings, 12 with a written review
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The best Doctor in Myrtle, Very Caring.
The first time I met him I was very impressed; he was very caring he even called my house to see how I was feeling what Dr does that? He took care of my wife's high blood pressure. must say I been to a lot of Drs from here to NY he's one of the best I ever met.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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DOM – Oct 31, 2024
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Dr Vest personifies the Candy Man. He made my husband a junkie. He would give me 30 pain killers for a wart removal with another 30 to refill.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Sep 29, 2021
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My mom and I went to him, he was fine with me, and I thought my mom aswell until I found out she was on high doses of xans, and oxi. He just handed it to her like candy. Didn't want to go down to the root. Just put a bandaid on it. She lost her memory because of that and he told her, when she went to the hospital because if withdrawals, "I thought I could trust you". EXCUSE ME. Anyways, just a warning to those who are currently going to him and those thinking about it. I thought he was an amazing doctor but then I saw it was gilded.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
6 others found this helpful
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Sep 14, 2020
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He has been consistently helpful to me. I have multiple ongoing medical conditions, and he has referred me to several specialists. He has always been thorough in his treatment.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Christine – Nov 16, 2019
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I have been a patient of Doctor Vest for over thirty years. He is very knowledgeable and empathetic. His nurse and staff are excellent. Highly recommended! Tawny V in Myrtle Beach
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Mar 21, 2019
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Absolute worst experience with a Dr I’ve ever had. Poor bedside manner, Instead of helping me with my issues he told me to just follow up with my other drs. He prescribed me a bunch of strong medicines and sent me on my way. I was not looking for all the new, strong, very addictive medicine. I was looking for an answer. Never once asked anymore questions and blew off being hospitalized several times over the past year. Wonder why there is an opioid crisis going on.. what a shame. will not return
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
8 others found this helpful
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Jun 13, 2018
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There are 2 kinds of doctors, those who care and those who don't. Dr. Vest has always been there to help me with my illnesses. He always tries to find out what's wrong and he truly tries to help you. He has always done his best, more than other doctors I have been to. I can always depend on him. Been going to him for 20 yrs.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Myrtle Beach, SC – May 09, 2017
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courteous, professional and thorough
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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G.G. Gallagher in Myrtle Beach, SC – Apr 03, 2017
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Does not treat his patients as if they are people. If you have questions he tries to rush through your appointment and his #1 concern is not your health but collecting a payment. I wouldn't refer my worst enemy to him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Sep 23, 2016
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I met Dr Vest back in 2002 when he was taking care of my mother in an area long-term care facility. I liked his approach, he was easy to talk with and he cared about his patient and their family equally. I lost track of him after Mom died, but when the GP I was going to retired and Dr Vest picked up his patients, including me, I was happy. Dr Vest listens, he cares, he doesn't condescend, he's real and he knows what he's doing. Can't ask for more than that.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Jennifer F in Longs, SC – Jul 20, 2016
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Dr Vest is wonderful and takes the time to really listen! I would DEFINITELY recommend him!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Ashley B Hutchins in Myrtle Beach, SC – May 10, 2016
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I said I was there for my annual physical exam. I was asked, Well, what do you want me to do? Oh, you know, BP, blood work, that kind of stuff. I shouldn't have to tell him. Seems to operate more from a philosophy of What's broke, we'' fix it.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
7 others found this helpful
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bsanchez in Myrtle Beach, SC – Jan 20, 2016
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Each person is different and Dr. Vest's customized approach, allows you to create achievable goals that are based on your lifestyle and physicality. For more information visit JamesVestMD.com.

  • Family Medicine

  • Geriatric Medicine

  • Emergency Medicine

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  • First Colonial|first Colonial Family Practice

    Residency Hospital

  • Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
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