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Derek Pendarvis

Derek Pendarvis, MD

General SurgeryEndocrine Surgery

Accepting New Patients

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Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About the Provider

Derek Pendarvis, MD, FACS, is a board-certified general surgeon with Longstreet Clinic General Surgery. He earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina and completed his general surgery residency at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. A Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Dr. Pendarvis has been serving patients in Northeast Georgia since joining Longstreet Clinic in 2001. He was named a Georgia Trend Top Doctor in 2023.

Dr. Pendarvis specializes in thyroid and parathyroid surgery and performs more than 300 thyroid and parathyroid procedures each year. He also has special expertise in minimally invasive and laparoscopic hernia and gallbladder surgery. In recognition of his skill and experience, he was named a Surgeon of Excellence in Endocrine Surgery by the Surgical Review Corporation. 

Dr. Pendarvis combines his extensive surgical expertise with a thoughtful, personalized approach to care, ensuring patients receive the information, support, and treatment they need to achieve the best possible outcome.

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Locations

  1. Longstreet Clinic General Surgery

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: University of Tennessee Medical Center, Surgery (General Surgery), 2001
  • Medical School: Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine, 1996

Board Certifications

  • Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2025

Reviews

4.9 of 5 stars

201 Ratings, 40 Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2026

    Top notch doctor. Thank you Dr. Pendarvis.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/21/2026

    Provider asked for a test-often done incorrectly or misread-this mis-diagnosed 70% of the time. He was able to direct me to an experienced facility for the scan that does it right PLUS he also was able to see the images and make his own assessment beyond the report. He also consulted with a colleague on results-I feel he is extremely thorough and accurate as can be in his assessment, Tx recommendations and care!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/18/2026

    A very pleasant experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2026

    The whole team is friendly and help you with everything you need

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2026

    Great overall experience!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/5/2026

    Dr. Pendarvis was spectacular! It was my first time with him and he was extremely personable. I had experience with another doctor in this office but Dr. P was far and above a better provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/30/2026

    Great treatment and very knowledgeable to explain the procedure.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/28/2026

    Dr. Pendarvis cares about his patients health and wellbeing. He has a heart of Gold. You're not just a number but deeply cares.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/23/2026

    He explained my upcoming procedure very well to me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/22/2026

    Excellent doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/22/2026

    Dr Pendarvis was extremely professional and told me everything he was doing. This put me at ease during the procedure. He took the time to answer questions afterwards. Very pleased with the care I received during this visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2026

    Dr Pendarvis is wonderful! Knowledgeable, practical and very kind.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/9/2026

    It was all good !!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2026

    Dr. Pendarvis was very patient, kind and understanding.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/1/2026

    Very positive experience; empathetic and understanding; explained everything during procedure which was appreciated; called when he said he would.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2026

    Dr Pendarvis is top notch

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/25/2026

    Exceptional doc and staff-I returned to Dr Pendarvis based on reputation and past assistance with another issue back in 2017 that he treated successfully. I wouldn't go elsewhere for thyroid care/possible survery

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/19/2026

    Excellent professional service with warm and respectful care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/19/2026

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2026

    All good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/9/2026

    My Doctor is a true professional in his field of care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/3/2026

    Very satisfied with this doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/1/2026

    He made me feel very well at ease about my upcoming surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/30/2026

    Awesome

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/21/2026

    Excellent care by Dr. Pendarvis. His front office staff was friendly and helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/18/2026

    Very efficient and thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/18/2026

    My experience with the Doctor was good and the Doctor was very good and helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/18/2026

    Dr. Pendarvis, and his team, exceeded my hopes and expectations in every category. He listened to my concerns and confirmed his understanding through reflective listening. He examined an area on my neck which I pointed out to him and performed a biopsy before I left his office. I received the results within a few days which included my options for treatment. I am completely satisfied with Dr. Pendarvis and I am very grateful for his training and dedication to delivering excellent care to me. I will endeavor to recommend Dr. Pendarvis and his staff whenever I have the opportunity to do so.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/15/2026

    Very caring and knowledgeable provider!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/13/2026

    All was super

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/11/2026

    The provider took his time to explain the biopsy process and showed me why it was needed. He explained step by step what he was going to do. It was my first biopsy

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/8/2026

    My care was excellent!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/6/2026

    He is great. His nurse is also great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/6/2026

    All was good...no complaints

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/6/2026

    Excellent provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/6/2026

    Very attentive - explained my condition and options very clearly

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/6/2026

    During an uncomfortable procedure the provider kept me engaged by asking questions and listening. He also explained everything he was doing and showed me on the computer what was happening

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    I received excellent care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    There is no better medical practice I have ever come into contact with that rises to the uppermost levels of medical care. I could not be more appreciative. I truly believe that if I had not received this kind of medical care since I have been associated with this practice, my health outcomes would be much more precarious. I am yet again on the mend from repeated care I have received from this medical practice, and everyone involved from the surgeon, other doctors and other medical staff.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/14/2025

    The office visit was professional with a sense of humor. I really like Dr. Pendarvis and his expertise about the thyroid made me feel confident in his skills.

Insurance

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  • Alliant SoloCare
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  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Beech Street
  • CareSource HIX
  • CareSource Medicaid
  • Cigna
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  • Coventry Healthcare (Advantra)
  • First Health Network (Coventry)
  • Health Partners
  • Humana
  • Humana Medicare Advantage
  • Kaiser PPO
  • Peach State Medicaid
  • United Healthcare
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