Eric S. Bour
Expertise in
10
conditions

Dr. Eric S. Bour

General Surgery
1010 Prince Ave Ste 400, 
Athens, GA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
10
conditions
1010 Prince Ave Ste 400, 
Athens, GA 

Overview

Dr. Bour earned his medical degree at The Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. He then attended The Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine, Milton S. Hershey Medical Center where he completed a residency in General Surgery. Dr. Bour is board certified in Surgery, is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and has over 23 years of experience.Dr. Bour specializes in General and Minimally Invasive (Laparoscopic) Surgery.His special interests include Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hiatal and Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, and surgical diseases of the intestinal tract.In his spare time, Dr. Bour enjoys home improvement projects, woodworking, and spending time with his wife Katie, their family and their two dogs Bailey and Joey.

Dr. Bour is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Umbilical Hernia, and Gastric Bypass.

Dr. Bour is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Bour is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in GA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Surgery

Fellowships

Pennsylvania State University/ University of Pennsylvania Health System, 1990

Hospital Affiliations

Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English
American Sign Language

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • PPO
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
CareSource
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Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Clover Health
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
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  • INDEMNITY
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
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  • PPO
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Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
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Wellcare
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  • HMO
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  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
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Locations

Piedmont Physicians Surgical Specialists Athens
1010 Prince Ave Ste 400, Athens, GA 30606

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

14 Total Publications

The NOPAIN Act: providing access and reimbursement for qualified non-opioid options for Medicare patients with potential implications for other patient populations.
The NOPAIN Act: providing access and reimbursement for qualified non-opioid options for Medicare patients with potential implications for other patient populations.
Journal: Journal of medical economics
Published: July 16, 2025
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Is Dr. Eric S. Bour a top-rated expert for Hernia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Eric S. Bour is classified as an Distinguished expert for Hernia, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Eric S. Bour specialize in?

While Dr. Eric S. Bour is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Hiatal Hernia, and Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. Eric S. Bour participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Eric S. Bour has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hernia. You can view a list of Dr. Eric S. Bour's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Eric S. Bour accept my insurance?

Dr. Eric S. Bour accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 706-425-1400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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