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Dr. James Hays Jr, MD

Dr. James Hays Jr, MD

Interventional Cardiology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. James Hays Jr, MD is an interventional cardiologist in Ridgeland, MS and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Hays Jr has extensive experience in Heart Conditions and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from University Of Mississippi Medical Center|University of Mississippi School of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities North Sunflower Medical Center and St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 44 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (44 reviews)

Practice

326 Commerce Center Dr Ridgeland, MS 39157
Telehealth available
(601) 982-7850

Dr. Hays Jr is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Hays Jr specializes in the area of Interventional Cardiology. • See board certifications
  • 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. Hays Jr' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hays Jr

4.8

44 ratings, 29 with a written review
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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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Terry Tenhet – Oct 22, 2024
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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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Johnny Cummins – Jun 02, 2023
Dr. Hays Jr' Reply –
Thank you, Johnny, for the feedback!
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Eva Jones – Jun 02, 2023
Eva, I really appreciate the kind words! Take...Read More
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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
1 person found this helpful
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May 18, 2023
Dr. Hays Jr' Reply –
Thank you.
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Farshad Amini – Mar 02, 2023
Thank you for the review, Farshad. Take care of...Read More
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Feb 04, 2023
Dr. Hays Jr' Reply –
I appreciate the kinds words and five stars!
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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P Jackson MD – Jan 20, 2023
Dr. Hays Jr' Reply –
Thank you, P Jackson! Have a good weekend.
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Sharon Thomas – Oct 29, 2022
Dr. Hays Jr' Reply –
Thank you, Sharon!
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Dr. E. Meek – Oct 14, 2022
Thank you for the detailed feedback, Dr. E. Meek....Read More
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
T Archer – Sep 22, 2022
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Thank you for the review, T Archer.
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Eldred K Murray – Sep 15, 2022
We appreciate the 5 star rating! Have a great...Read More
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Robert G – Sep 10, 2022
Robert, I appreciate your feedback. Have a great...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Russ McPherson – Sep 01, 2022
Dr. Hays Jr' Reply –
Wow, Russ! Thank you. Have a great week.
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Mark truesdill – Aug 20, 2022
Dr. Hays Jr' Reply –
Thank you for the feedback, Mark!
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Jim Stansell – Aug 14, 2022
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 13, 2022
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Thank you for the feedback!
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Aug 13, 2022
Dr. Hays Jr' Reply –
Thank you for the five stars and detailed review!
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
SLM – Mar 12, 2021
Dr. Hays Jr' Reply –
Thank you, SLM! Have a great evening.
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
RB – Nov 10, 2020
Dr. Hays Jr' Reply –
Thank you, RB! Stay well.
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Ben Yarbrough – Feb 26, 2020
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Ben, I appreciate your feedback.
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care philosophy

Jackson Heart Clinic is a unique team of independent cardiovascular specialists committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to the patients and families we serve. Our mission is to set the standard in the delivery of quality, personalized care. We believe the needs of our patients come first.

biography

JHC provides state-of-the-art cardiovascular care to our patients with the utmost integrity and compassion without regard to social or cultural status. Our patients always come first. We are committed to providing the best service to our patients...read more

  • Interventional Cardiology

  • Cardiology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Mississippi Medical Center

    Medical School

  • University Miss School Med

    Fellowship Hospital, 1997

  • Mayo Clinic Rochester

    Residency Hospital, 1994

  • Mayo Clinic Rochester

    Internship Hospital, 1992

  • Mayo Clinic-rochester

    Internship Hospital, 1992

  • University Of Mississippi Medical Center|university Of Mississippi School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991

  • University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991

  • University Of Mississippi

    Undergraduate School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Interventional Cardiology
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Dr. Hays Jr is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Jackson Heart Clinic Ridgeland326 Commerce Center Dr Ridgeland, MS 39157
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    Jackson Heart Clinic

    Jackson Heart Clinic Jackson970 Lakeland Dr Jackson, MS 39216
    2
    Jackson Heart Clinic Flowood185 Medical Pkwy Flowood, MS 39232
    3
    Jackson Heart Clinic Ruleville840 N Oak Ave Ruleville, MS 38771
    4
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Tue: closed
      • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Thu: closed
      • Fri: closed
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
    • Directions
    Jackson Heart Clinic Brookhaven1014 D a Biglane Dr Brookhaven, MS 39601
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • North Sunflower Medical Center

      840 N Oak Ave
      Ruleville, MS 38771

    • St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital

      969 Lakeland Dr
      Jackson, MS 39216

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

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% lower than the national average

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