Overview
James Griffin is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Athens, Georgia.
Dr. Griffin is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 18 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
3320 Old Jefferson Rd Bldg 800, Athens, GA 30607
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James Griffin
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James Griffin?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James Griffin by calling their office at 706-353-2990. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James Griffin a top-rated expert for Pancreatic Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James Griffin is classified as an Advanced expert for Pancreatic Cancer, 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. James Griffin specialize in?
While Dr. James Griffin is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Pancreatic Cancer, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. James Griffin participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James Griffin has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreatic Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. James Griffin's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James Griffin accept my insurance?
Dr. James Griffin accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 706-353-2990 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Griffin isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Griffin isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- Intraductal PapillomaDr. Griffin isAdvanced. Learn about Intraductal Papilloma.
- MesenchymomaDr. Griffin isAdvanced. Learn about Mesenchymoma.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Griffin isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- PancreatectomyDr. Griffin isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Griffin isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Griffin isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Griffin isExperienced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Griffin isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Anal CancerDr. Griffin isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Griffin isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.