Overview
Dr. Franklin joined the medical staff at Piedmont Fayette Hospital in January 2011. He was previously in private practice in Gadsden, Alabama for over five years. He is board certified in general surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.His practice includes the full range of General Surgery - hernia, colon resection, gallbladder surgery, and other diseases of the intestines and abdominal organs. He also does surgery on the thyroid, parathyroids, and skin. He has had a distinguished career in laparoscopic and robotic surgery. While in Alabama, he was the first surgeon in the state to complete a gallbladder removal with the da Vinci robot. After moving back to Georgia, he is the first surgeon in the Piedmont health system to complete gallbladder removal with the da Vinci robot, and also the first ever utilizing a single incision in the umbilicus. He is one of a very few surgeons in the US utilizing this technique. He has been involved in laparoscopic surgery for 20 years and over 12 years robotically.He has published and given numerous presentations to include topics of advanced laparoscopic procedures, cellular behavior of cancers, trauma, multiple sclerosis, and intravascular ultrasound. He has most recently served as chairman of the department Surgery at Piedmont Fayette. He now serves on the medical executive committee and utilization review committee. He also is involved in research projects in the US and internationally.Dr. Franklin believes that to plan the best possible operation, the surgeon must understand and listen to the patient. He can then plan and educate the patient in regards to their forward progress. He understands that operations are not without risk, and the patient must understand those risks along with its benefits, and the alternatives to treatment.
Dr. Franklin is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Choledocholithiasis, Hernia Surgery, and Small Bowel Resection.
Dr. Franklin is board certified in American Board Of Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Franklin is currently accepting new patients.
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1265 Highway 54 West, Suite 305, Fayetteville, GA 30214
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James S. Franklin
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James S. Franklin?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James S. Franklin by calling their office at 770-719-5660. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James S. Franklin a top-rated expert for Gallbladder Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James S. Franklin is classified as an Distinguished expert for Gallbladder Disease, 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 S. Franklin specialize in?
While Dr. James S. Franklin is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, and Choledocholithiasis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. James S. Franklin participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James S. Franklin has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gallbladder Disease. You can view a list of Dr. James S. Franklin's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James S. Franklin accept my insurance?
Dr. James S. Franklin accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alliant Health. We recommend calling the office directly at 770-719-5660 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- CholecystitisDr. Franklin isDistinguished. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Franklin isDistinguished. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Franklin isDistinguished. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Franklin isDistinguished. Learn about Gallstones.
- HerniaDr. Franklin isDistinguished. Learn about Hernia.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Franklin isDistinguished. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
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- CellulitisDr. Franklin isAdvanced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Diastasis RectiDr. Franklin isAdvanced. Learn about Diastasis Recti.
- Epidural LipomatosisDr. Franklin isAdvanced. Learn about Epidural Lipomatosis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Franklin isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Femoral HerniaDr. Franklin isAdvanced. Learn about Femoral Hernia.
- Gastrointestinal PerforationDr. Franklin isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Perforation.
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- Acute PancreatitisDr. Franklin isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- AppendicitisDr. Franklin isExperienced. Learn about Appendicitis.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Franklin isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Franklin isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholangitisDr. Franklin isExperienced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Franklin isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.