Dr. William Chafin III, MD

Rheumatology*MaleAge 48

Rheumatology*

Dr. William Chafin III, MD is a rheumatologist in Athens, GA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Chafin III has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center and St Mary's Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. William Chafin III, MD

Practice

957 Baxter St Athens, GA 30606
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Accepting new patients

Dr. Chafin III is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Chafin III specializes in the area of Rheumatology. 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Chafin III's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chafin III

4.1

18 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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1 Star
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What could be improved
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Don Prater – Feb 18, 2025
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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
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Jacqueline braun – Dec 16, 2024
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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
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Susan Shaver – May 16, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
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Aug 05, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Kelly Pulver – Jun 01, 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
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Deannie Ferguson – Jan 20, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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L. P. – Aug 12, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Donna Teller – Jan 31, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Carolyn Moore – May 29, 2020
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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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Dianne H.ollandsworth in GA – Nov 15, 2019
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biography

Dr. William Chafin III, MD is a rheumatologist in Athens, GA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Chafin III has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from Augusta University Medical College of...read more
  • Rheumatology

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  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Medical School, 2004
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Rheumatology
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Dr. Chafin III is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Athens Urological Associates LLC957 Baxter St Athens, GA 30606
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    Practice

    Arthritis Center of North Georgia700 S Enota Dr NE Gainesville, GA 30501
    2
    Office1715 Resurgence Dr Ste 201 Watkinsville, GA 30677
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center

      1199 Prince Ave
      Athens, GA 30606
      Recipient of 15
      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

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

      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.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

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

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • St Mary's Hospital

      1230 Baxter St
      Athens, GA 30606
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
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