Columbia, MS - Family Medicine - Hattiesburg Clinic
Internal Medicine • Columbia, MS • 1 (Columbia) locations
Clinic Type
Internal Medicine
Address
Hattiesburg Clinic Columbia, Columbia, MS
Phone
(601) 736-8333
communications@hattiesburgclinic.com
Opening Hours
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Emergency Care
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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Current Offers
New patient offer
FAQs
What is family medicine?
Family medicine is a specialty that provides comprehensive care for the individual and family across all ages. Family physicians receive training in six broad areas of medicine: pediatrics, internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, psychiatry, surgery and community medicine.
What is a primary care physician (PCP)?
A primary care physician (PCP), also known as a family medicine doctor, internal medicine doctor or pediatrician, helps care for patients’ day-to-day medical needs. These doctors work with patients on an ongoing basis to prevent long-term illness and help patients stay healthy.
How can I contact Hattiesburg Clinic Columbia for appointments?
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Birdeye (Aggregate): 4.5/5 stars (based on 368 reviews across aggregate platforms) (368)
- Yelp: 2.8/5 stars (26)
- Better Business Bureau (BBB): A+ rating (Note: this is a business reliability rating, not a patient satisfaction score) (N/A)
Patients praise
- Patients have reported positive experiences with specific doctors and nurses who are thorough and empathetic
- Some patients appreciate the clean, positive, and energetic atmosphere at certain locations
- Helpful front office staff in specific instances, including assistance with record transfers
Common complaints
- Reports of rude, indifferent, or unhelpful staff interactions
- Difficulties with appointment scheduling, follow-ups, and communication (e.g., being left on hold, not being called back)
- Concerns regarding billing, insurance acceptance, and fees for medical records
- Allegations of being money-focused or impersonal care
- Issues with clinical errors or concerns about over-medication
"Best doc and staff ever! Dr Choate is my primary physician at Columbia Family Clinic. A well grounded man I put mine and my family's trust in, and Nurse Heather knows us well and always helpful."
— LocalityBiz Review"Hattiesburg Clinic is the absolute worst. I have had the worst experiences here and I will never return. From the moment you walk in, the reception ladies will treat you like an inconvenience."
— Yelp Review"Almost Worst Customer Service I have Ever Experienced... There were delays and poor follow-up on records."
— PissedConsumer ReviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Dr. Rebecca W. Lauderdale, MD - Internal Medicine Physician in Purvis, MS — May 14, 2026
- Welcome to the Clinic - Hattiesburg Clinic — Apr 17, 2026
- Advanced Primary Care Management - Hattiesburg Clinic — May 14, 2026
- In the Media - Hattiesburg Clinic — Jun 1, 2026
- Kaylon Lewis, CNP - Nurse Practitioner in Hattiesburg, MS | Healthgrades — Jun 13, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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