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Dr. James Olson, MD
Colorectal Surgery* Age 60
Dr. James Olson, MD
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Dr. James Olson, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Atlanta, GA.
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Dr. James Olson, MD

Colorectal Surgery* Age 60
Atlanta, GA
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Dr. James Olson, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Atlanta, GA.

About Dr. James Olson, MD

Dr. Olson graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences and completed a residency at University of Colorado Health Science Center. Dr. James Olson, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Olson's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Olson is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Destruction of Anal Tumor
Sphincterotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Sphincterotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Colectomy
Constipation
Anal Cauterization
Colorectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Hemorrhoids
Anoscopy
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Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Abscess
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Acute Bowel Infarction
Anal Cancer
Anal Disorders
Anal Prolapse
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Anal Warts
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Colon Polyp
Crohn's Disease
Diverticulitis
Fecal Incontinence
Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Pelvic Abscess
Pilonidal Cyst
Pruritus Ani
Rectal Prolapse
Rectovaginal Fistula
Ulcerative Colitis
Abscess Incision and Drainage
Anoscopy With Removal of Anal Tumor
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colonoscopy
Colostomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Anal Tags
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Hemorrhoid Treatment
Laparoscopic Proctectomy
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Proctectomy
Proctosigmoidoscopy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Restorative Proctocolectomy With Ileal-Anal J Pouch
Sigmoidoscopy
Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery (TEM)
Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery (TEM) for Rectal Tumors
Transendoscopic Stent Placement
Vaginectomy
Wound Repair

Accepted Insurance Plans

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  • Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Aetna
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • Tricare
  • Selecthealth
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • PacificSource
  • Blue Cross of Idaho PPO
  • Altius Health Plans
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Coventry Health Care

Where Dr. James Olson, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Georgia Inc.
    20 Glenlake Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30328

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Patient Reviews
Jan 31, 2024
He doesn't mince words and can be borderline rude, even to the vulnerable patient or accompanying family. It took me a long time to adjust to his behavior and to recognize that in his own way he was kind. He was also very methodical and thorough, I could tell he prides himself in his work. Unfortunately, I did experience some complications from my surgery. He did not accept these complications as "his problem" and instead I several months visiting other departments all wind to end up back on the table with another colon and rectal surgeon because he stopped seeing patients with Medicaid. If you enjoy the manner of communication where when being explained something there's a sarcastic and almost condescending/playful attitude to it all, he's your guy. Not a bad person by any means. I wouldn't recommend him to friends or family simply because I wouldn't want them to be talked to in a way that would make them uncomfortable when they're in pain and vulnerable.
No Colon Still Rollin — Jan 31, 2024
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Meet Dr. James Olson, MD

Specialties*
Colorectal Surgery
General Surgery
Specialties*
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FAQs About Dr. Olson's Practice

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Olson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Olson's profile.

Dr. James Olson, MD is affiliated with Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital and Emory Decatur Hospital.

Yes, Dr. James Olson, MD holds board certification in Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Internship
  • University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
    1996
Internship
Residency Hospital
  • University of Colorado Health Science Center
    2000
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine
    2002
Fellowship Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. James Olson, MD Practices

  • Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital

    5665 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd, Atlanta, GA

  • Emory Decatur Hospital

    2701 N Decatur Rd, Decatur, GA

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