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Dr. Hunter Champion, MD

Dr. Hunter Champion, MD

Internal Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Hunter Champion, MD is an internist in Columbus, GA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Champion has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions and Heart Conditions. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown and St. Francis-Emory Healthcare. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

2121 Warm Springs Rd Columbus, GA 31904
Telehealth available

Dr. Champion is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals
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Dr. Champion's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Champion

4.3
17 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 star
82%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
18%
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He's my doctor and my friend.
I drive 2 hours to see him twice a year. He's just that good. I always have his complete attention. He's such an optimist which is uplifting for me. He will tell you the truth and help you set goals for becoming healthier. His smile is contagious. I feel confident and hopeful when I leave his office. Thank you Dr. C.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Patricia Bruce – Sep 30, 2024
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THE BEST IN COLOMBUS definitely
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 27, 2023
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Saved my life. Heart wise and fiancially
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
2 others found this helpful
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Cookie – Feb 05, 2023
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Not at all
Would not recommend Dr. Champion
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Dec 15, 2022
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His plan for my health was explained fully. He gave instructions for contacting him directly via text and he advised of possible problems to watch. He advised us of his medical background and experience.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Mary Hilton – Nov 10, 2020
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I have been seeing Dr. Champion a couple of years. Absolutely, without a doubt the most caring and knowledgeable doctor I’ve ever seen. He saved my life by doing some testing in routine visit that found a problem which he set up a heart cath at hospital which found 99.9 damage. I was in surgery the next day. Had it not been for his thoroughness and professional manner I would not be here! He’s caring, returns calls and treats you as if you were his only patient. I will keep him as my doctor forever. Thank you Dr Champion!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Karalyn – Feb 25, 2020
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Dr Champion is a good cardiologist, and a fine man and i was so happy when I found him .He was taking care of a friend of mine that was being checked for heart disease I was so impressed.. I had a heart attack in 2016 And I was seeing another local cardiologist whom I was not too impressed with. But when Dr champion came into my friends hospital room I knew he was the kind of Doctor I needed.He gave me his card and I called and made an appointment .And am happy to say he is awesome..I am happy I switched ??Thank God for Dr champion and his kind heart, professionalism.
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
3 others found this helpful
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G.George – Feb 23, 2020
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I disagree with his diagnosis. When asked about going on a particular medicine he said no. I reminded him he had give it to me before he then said well you. Should have been on it all along. That along with his diagnosis of main problem being retaining too much fluid while I am almost dehydrated he also said I was in afib and according to my record with the pacemaker/defliberator record showing I have never Ben in afib all combined has caused me to lose confidence in him
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Jan 07, 2020
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Dr Champion is an excellent doctor. He saved my husbands life. After trips to the Emergency Room, several doctors, including another cardiologist who insisted my husband did not have a heart problem, Dr Champion diagnosed him and treated him for chronic heart failure. If not for Dr Champion, my husband would not be here today. He is extremely invested in his patients, kind and very easy to talk to
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
6 others found this helpful
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Liz in AL – Dec 12, 2019
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Dr. Champion is a fantastic doctor. I am thankful my OBGYN suggested him when I told her my GP wanted to refer me to a cardiologist. He has a great personality. He actually listens. He makes himself available to his patients and makes sure they know how to contact him. He is very thorough. I am confident in his ability to help me get to the bottom of my health issues.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Apr 05, 2019
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DR. CHAMPION SAVED MY HUSBAND'S LIFE! WE WENT IN FOR APPOINTMENT BECAUSE OF A FIB RUNNING AWAY. SENT US STRAIGHT TO HOSPITAL WHERE HE WORKED GETTING MY HUSBAND STABLE AND ABLE TO RETURN HOME. HE SMILES, HE ALWAYS KEEPS YOU INFORMED, HE REASSURES, HE IS ACCESSABLE, HE IS AUTHORATIVE AND DEMANDS YOU FOLLOW PROTOCOL. HE WANTS YOU TO BE ABLE TO LIVE A GOOD, HEALTHY AND STRONG LIFE. HE WANTS YOU TO BE 100%. ***HIS PARENTS DID AN AWESOME JOB RAISING A EXTREMELY WELL MANNERED AND KIND GENTLEMAN
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
7 others found this helpful
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SHERRY EVE WILLIS in BLAKELY, GA – Jul 28, 2018
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Great doctor, very knowledgeable, great personality! Took time with us after diagnosis of rare disease.
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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Albany, GA – Apr 03, 2017
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He is so wonderful and takes time to make sure the patient has all their questions answered. He is very knowledgeable in his field of expertise and has a great bedside manor. His witty personality will make you leave with a smile on your face. He is always available and makes sure his parents know how to reach him at any time.
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
8 others found this helpful
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Mary Cunningham in columbus, ga – Mar 30, 2017
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care philosophy

Our job is not done when the condition is diagnosed and treated appropriately. We consider the mission accomplished when we have treated the problem and our team has communicated effectively with the patient and their loved ones. Above all, we...read more

biography

Dr. Champion was born in Opelika, Alabama and raised in Thomasville, Georgia. He received his B.S. in Biological Science from Emory University and his MD as well as a PhD in Cardiovascular Pharmacology from Tulane University. After his medical...read more
  • Internal Medicine

  • Cardiology

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  • Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2004
  • Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2002
  • Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2000
  • Tulane University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999
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Dr. Champion is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Southeastern Cardiology Associates PC2121 Warm Springs Rd Columbus, GA 31904
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown

      710 Center St
      Columbus, GA 31901

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • St. Francis-Emory Healthcare

      2122 Manchester Expy
      Columbus, GA 31904

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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