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James W. Stands MD, FACOG
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West Columbia
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Dr. Stands's Education
Board Certified
Medical School
Medical University of South CarolinaResidency
Palmetto Richland Memorial Hospital, OB/GYNPatient Reviews
Ratings and reviews are based on third-party surveys carried out by Press Ganey.
Average Rating: 4.9
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May 30, 2026
Dr. Stands and staff are great, informative, professional and courteous.
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May 28, 2026
I was very nervous but Dr. and staff were very comforting.
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May 28, 2026
Dr. Stands is excellent in every way.
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May 20, 2026
I hold the highest level of respect for Dr. Stands. He listens very well and I thoroughly enjoy the fact that he is a God-fearing man and believes in the power of 🙏🏾.
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May 18, 2026
Dr. Stands was truly amazing. We discussed health issues and things I might contact him about if I had any future concerns.
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May 9, 2026
Dr.Stand was awesome. I love that he got to know me some before treating me. His concern for my situation I thought was genuine and he spoke to me in a way that I could understand. He examined me with care and was gently all the way and made me relaxed through my examination. He has a great personality and most of all he is a praying doctor. He will be my new OB/GYN goong forward. Everyone medical person that I met at my visit were courteous, willing to help and very accommodating. I totally enjoyed my visit although it was my first visit.I will recommend this place as a must to go when you need exceptional service.
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May 9, 2026
Very happy with appointment. Mammogram time was adjusted to come before annual checkup. All in time. Very friendly, knowledgeable and caring. Thanks to the great team.
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May 8, 2026
Dr Stands is awesome. Best around. He has a great bedside manner. He is my hero!
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May 6, 2026
From the front desk, to the nurses down to Dr. Stands, everything was beyond amazing! I’m so glad I didn’t give up and went to Dr. Stands for a second opinion. Walking into my appointment I was in my head trying to justify everything because everything I was feeling was being dismissed by my previous gyno/surgeon. He heard me, validated what I was feeling, asked questions and fixed things that I didn’t know were even going on. I will see him from here on out. He took his time, I didn’t feel like I was just a ‘patient’. He asked me if I would like for him to pray for me [...]. That really meant a lot to me because it was so genuine and pure. I will recommend him to anyone, even if they’re not looking for a new gyno!
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May 2, 2026
I have been a patient of Dr Stands for well over 30 years and his level of service continues to be top notch! I wouldn’t go anywhere else.
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April 29, 2026
Dr. Stands is an excellent physician. He truly cares about my concerns and needs.
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April 25, 2026
Dr. James Stands has been my doctor for over 30 years. He has always been very caring and knowledgeable.
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April 21, 2026
Dr Stands and staff are keepers!!!
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April 18, 2026
I could not have been more pleased with the care I received at your practice. Everyone I spoke to was courteous, helpful, and put me at ease.
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April 17, 2026
A+
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April 17, 2026
Professional and friendly
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April 16, 2026
My doctor is a Christian man and it shows. I love it that he cares so much for his patients
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April 13, 2026
Dr Stands was absolutely wonderful and I felt very Dr Stands was wonderful and I felt comfortable talking with him about all of my concerns!
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April 11, 2026
Dr. Stands is the best. Very compassionate and caring.
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April 6, 2026
Dr. Stands is an excellent gynecologist.
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March 29, 2026
I appreciate Dr Stands for the great care and understanding. Thank you Dr Stands!!
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March 25, 2026
Dr. Stands is a wonderful Christian man and doctor! I am so thankful for him!
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March 23, 2026
Dr Stands is a caring and comforting Doctor. I’m blessed to have him.
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March 23, 2026
I love Dr Stands. He is very caring and makes me feel at ease.
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March 21, 2026
Can’t say enough about Dr Stands. He has been my doctor over 30 years!
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March 21, 2026
Dr. Stands is very caring ans always makes feel at ease.
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March 20, 2026
All questions explained and answered. Excellent Dr. and staff.
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March 20, 2026
Dr. Stands was very professional and so was all the office person. Highly recommend this practice.
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March 15, 2026
Dr. Stands is always amazing. An amazing gynecologist and person.
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March 10, 2026
Dr. Stands has always been very informative in regard to my medical needs. In these discussions, he has always allowed me to ask questions, and provided me with understandable answers. He is one of the most caring and compassionate people I know. I feel fortunate to have had him as my Gynecologist for all these years. He's the BEST!
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March 9, 2026
Love my Dr. Stands
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March 3, 2026
Dr Stands is an awesome doctor and person, one of the best and a lot of my friends have seen him as well and feel the same, he truly cares about his patients.
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February 27, 2026
Dr. Stands is an excellent care provider. He listens to his patients and I have trusted him for years.
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February 22, 2026
I absolutely loved everything and everyone involved in my appointment!
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February 21, 2026
Dr. Stands is best doctor ever
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February 20, 2026
By far, the best OB/GYN ever!
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February 11, 2026
Dr Stands is the most caring doctor I have had. Not only is he very knowledgeable but, he explains things so that I can understand. You can tell he loves his job and his patients.
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February 8, 2026
Dr Stands and his staff are outstanding!
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February 5, 2026
I’ve been a patient for 45 years and have always been treated with the best care! Wouldn’t go anywhere else!
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February 4, 2026
I’ve known Doctor stands for 45 years. An excellent physician, very caring and in tune with the needs of women,
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February 4, 2026
When I discovered I was having an issue Dr. Stands is the only Dr. I wanted to see. His office got me in right away and he was very concerned. He made me feel better about my situation & our treatment plan. I had an appointment with him [...] and have already been spreading the word about how professional and concerned he was about me. I’m so thankful that he is still practicing medicine. I feel very lucky to be working with him on my issue.
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January 31, 2026
Great experience and gave me knowledge of what I'm experiencing.
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January 28, 2026
Dr. Stands is the best!!
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January 25, 2026
I LOVE Dr Stands. He is so caring and compassionate.
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January 24, 2026
I’m very satisfied with my service from Dr. Stands 😊
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January 21, 2026
Everyone at the practice was very polite. They all made me feel at ease.
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January 18, 2026
I absolutely had a great visit with Dr. Stands, the office staff are amazing as well.
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January 15, 2026
Dr Stands is the best!!!!
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January 15, 2026
Dr. Stands is the best GYN I have seen. He takes time with you answering all of your questions. He explained everything to me. The care he provided was outstanding. Every staff member who took care of me was professional, kind, and very caring.
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January 10, 2026
Very patient, thorough and caring!
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December 29, 2025
Dr. Stands was phenomenal. He truly listened to my concerns. He was gentle, respectful, and made sure I felt heard and seen about the issues I’m having. I would recommend him to any woman I know!
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December 28, 2025
Very satisfied
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December 24, 2025
Very pleased with the level of service received.
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December 23, 2025
My treatment is always great with Dr Stands and his staff.
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December 23, 2025
I hope and pray Dr. Stands never retires.
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December 15, 2025
I love Dr. Stands he has been my doctor for over 20 years and I will be a patient at this office as long as he is working here.
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December 13, 2025
I’ve always received good care with this practice. Dr. Stands and his team are the best. I’ve been with him for 43 years.
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December 10, 2025
Dr Stands makes me feel at ease and covers all concerns
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December 7, 2025
Dr. Stands is the most caring doctor I’ve ever met.
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November 30, 2025
Very kind and professional
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November 27, 2025
Very pleased with visit.
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November 26, 2025
I loveee Dr Stands and his staff!! 10/10 service always
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November 17, 2025
Excellent doctor
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November 3, 2025
Dr. Stands was excellent he showed genuine care and concern.
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November 1, 2025
The staff and Dr. Stands were very friendly and helpful. They are awesome
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November 1, 2025
As a practice manager at this organization, I was impressed with this specific practice from the moment I called all the way till I checked out. This is the exact experience I wish for any patient. Wonderful job! The CMA made me feel so comfortable, she was informative and walked me through the process. Once I saw the doctor, it was the exact same experience, he spoke with me in his office before and after my exam. I had an incredible experience here. Thank you all for your hard work.
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October 20, 2025
Dr Stands is an amazing Doctor. He is knowledgeable, helps his patients make the right, informed decisions for themselves. My daughter has actually started going to him and even though she had anxiety about her first gynecologist visit, he and his nurse put her at ease and made the visit very comfortable for her.
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October 10, 2025
Dr. Stands is the BEST!!! He really cares for his patient's well-being physically, mentally, and spiritually. I truly appreciate his Godly spirit.
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October 6, 2025
Dr. Stands is a compassionate doctor who truly cares about his patients. He listens and helps with your Healthcare with gentle hands!
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October 5, 2025
Dr. James Stands is a very great doctor. I have been going to him now for 26 years.
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September 22, 2025
Very good
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September 16, 2025
Dr. Stands is a great doctor. I enjoy all interaction with him. I was pleasantly surprised when he offered to pray for me and my family.
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September 14, 2025
Do. Stands was caring, compassionate and understanding.
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September 11, 2025
Dr Stands is the most compassionate Dr I have ever dealt with!
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September 7, 2025
Dr. Stands is always so patient and personable.
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September 6, 2025
Dr. Stands is always very kind and listens to every concern you have and gives you healthy options. Would recommend him to evryone!!
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September 5, 2025
Dr. Stands was a God-send to me! A true blessing that I’ve already shared with others. What an amazing doctor and man of God.
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August 28, 2025
Doctor Stands is excellent !
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August 26, 2025
It was the first time seeing this doctor. He and all of his staff made me feel very at ease.
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August 22, 2025
Very nice caring doctor. Especially believing in God!
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August 21, 2025
Dr Stands and his staff are fabulous!
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August 19, 2025
I've been a patient of Dr Stands for many years. I completely trust him & appreciate his kindness. [...]
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August 16, 2025
Love Dr.Stands!
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August 15, 2025
Dr. Stands is the best!! He has impeccable bedside manners. He is so passionate about you as an individual
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August 14, 2025
Dr. Stands and his staff, as usual, gave professional and personal patient care.
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August 13, 2025
Highly recommend Dr Stands and all of his staff.