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Dr. Samuel Willis Jr, MD

Dr. Samuel Willis Jr, MD

Gastroenterology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Samuel Willis Jr, MD is a gastroenterologist in Columbia, SC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital and Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 9 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (9 reviews)

Practice

2739 Laurel St Ste 1A Columbia, SC 29204

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Willis Jr is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center West Columbia, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Willis Jr specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Willis Jr' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Willis Jr

4.1
9 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
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1 star
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Dr. Willis is one of the best doctors I have ever been to in any specialty. Selfishly, I am sorry to hear he is retiring; but, he has served his fellow man so very well.
What went well
  • 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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KLR – Jul 23, 2021
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Dr. Willis was wonderful and also recommended a wonderful surgeon when he discovered I needed one.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Belinda Parker – Aug 30, 2019
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Dr. Willis has treated my daughter for HCV and continues to treat the cirrhosis that developed as a result. We could not have asked for a better caregiver going down this road. He has been compassionate and has kept us informed of our options along the way. I wish all of our doctors took care of us the way he has.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Christine H in Columbia, SC – May 11, 2018
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Dr. Willis is very professional, courteous, and caring. His staff was quite friendly and helpful. They were very efficient.
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
9 others found this helpful
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Bonnie R in Columbia, SC – Jan 09, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Samuel Willis Jr, MD is a gastroenterologist in Columbia, SC and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Prisma Health...read more
  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

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

  • Walter Reed Army Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1988
  • Fitzsimons Army Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1981
  • Emory University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
Self designated 
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Columbia Gastroenterology Associates PA2739 Laurel St Ste 1A Columbia, SC 29204
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 7:30am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Columbia Gastroenterology Associates100 Palmetto Health Pkwy Ste 102 Columbia, SC 29212
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lexington Medical Center

    2720 Sunset Blvd
    West Columbia, SC 29169
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital

    400 Palmetto Health Pkwy
    Columbia, SC 29212
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Prisma Health Richland Hospital

    5 Richland Medical Park Dr
    Columbia, SC 29203
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    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

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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