R. Jared Sanders, MD

daVinci Robotic Surgery, General Surgery,

SGMC General Surgery

2409 N. Patterson St., Suite 200

Valdosta, GA 31602

(229) 333-1711

Expertise

Education

Medical School: Mercer Univ School of Medicine

Internship: Univ of South Carolina School of Medicine

Residency: Univ of South Carolina School of Medicine

Boards:

American Board of Surgery (Surgery)

Dr. Jared Sanders is a Board Certified General Surgeon. His surgical practice involves the treatment of a broad spectrum of diseases. Dr. Sanders returned to South Georgia after graduating with honors from Mercer Medical School and completing a surgical residency at the University of South Carolina, School of Medicine in Greenville. He has nearly a decade of diverse general surgical experience working with patients of all ages.

A family man and father of two, Dr. Sanders appreciates Valdosta’s good quality of life and looks forward to serving the community’s surgical needs. Dr. Sanders says the impressive surgical resources at SGMC combined with the exceptional operating room staff and nursing support made his decision to practice here easy.

Good surgeons fix problems—great surgeons also calm fears. In this episode of SGMC Health’s “What Brings You in Today?” podcast, a South Georgia native and general surgeon at SGMC Health, Dr. Sanders, talks about the wide range of care he and his colleagues provide, including his special interest in breast cancer surgery and how he helps patients feel calmer and more prepared going into the operating room. We also dive into what SGMC Health’s status as a Level III Trauma Center means for our region and why that level of readiness matters when seconds count. Add in his leadership across the health system, and you’ll see why he’s become such a trusted, kindhearted, patient-favorite.

Raves

I went into the hospital for the removal of part of my colon. Needless to say, I was very nervous and scared because this was my first surgery in my life. I heard about Dr. Sanders before I met him and everyone that I talked to, gave him very good reviews. When I met Dr. Sanders, he just had a way about himself that made me and my wife feel at ease with him and about the surgery. He is a doctor who
really cares about his patients. The surgery went really well and there were no complications and he visited me every day while I was in the hospital. On a scale level of 1-10, my pain level never got over a 1. I didn’t feel any pain after the surgery or after I went home. That is why I am writing this review. This is a TOP Doctor and I would recommend Dr. Sanders to anyone who needs a serious surgery and you will see how humble and professional he is also.

“It is not typical in outpatient for us to feed patients prior to their discharge. However, we had a patient who was complaining of hunger and reported that he had not eaten in over 36 hours due to a lack of means. Dr. Sanders went out of his way to make sure this patient received a tray prior to his discharge. Dr. Sanders constantly shows compassion to his patients in all ways, he goes above and beyond to show kindness and it is always noticed. He is also very kind and thoughtful to the staff, a dream surgeon for any patient!”

“Dr. Sanders is a compassionate, friendly, and remarkably intelligent surgeon who always puts patient care above everything else. He is a fantastic provider to work with and an excellent mentor. He has helped his team grow as a medical professional and is willing to help you with anything you need. We are extremely lucky to have him here at SGMC.”

“Dr. Sanders performed surgery on my husband. He was diagnosed with colon cancer by Dr. Castellano who was amazing as well. Dr. Sanders called us that night and we saw him the next day in his office and scheduled surgery 2 weeks later. He was very thorough in his explanation of the surgery and cancer and what would happen. He made a very tough situation seem a little easier to get through. His care throughout the entire process was outstanding. I have worked with him as well and he truly cares for his staff and patients.”

Dr. Sanders is a compassionate, friendly, and remarkably intelligent surgeon who always puts patient care above everything else. He is a fantastic provider to work with and an excellent mentor. He has helped his team grow as medical professionals, and is willing to help you with anything you need. We are extremely lucky to have him here at SGMC.” – Katie M.

“I have been seeing Dr. Sanders for around two years now and I highly recommend him and his care team. He is always pleasant and genuinely takes the time to listen to my issues. Couldn’t recommend him highly enough.” – Katrina W.

“I would recommend Dr Sanders for your surgical needs. I am a 7 month out kidney transplant patient and had been to ER twice with severe stomach pains and could not keep anything down. Several test were done and nothing showed up. On my third visit to the ER it was determined that there was a problem with my gallbladder. Dr Sanders was recommended to me and we discussed him doing my surgery versus going back to the transplant surgeon. He told me he was comfortable doing the surgery and I was comfortable with him doing it. I am three days out from having my gallbladder removed and I am feeling good. I am blessed to have found a very compassionate and kind surgeon and would highly recommend him to anyone.”

– Debra K.

“Dr. Sanders is fantastic and has great bedside manner. Thank you Dr. Sanders for taking such good care of me!”

– A. Randall

“Dr. Sanders is great! Made me feel so comfortable last year for my surgery. Thank you again!”

– Sam C.

“Dr. Sanders is one of the best!! He removed my gallbladder in October and took excellent care of me. I saw him a few weeks ago and he remembered me and called me by my name. He is awesome!!”

– Rita T.