Serving the Lowcountry and Coastal Empire of Georgia and South Carolina.
Dr. Richard R. Hightower, Jr. is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from Mercer University School of Medicine in Macon, Georgia and completed his residency at the Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Georgia. Dr. Hightower specializes in family medicine and is an active member of several medical societies such as the American Academy of Family Medicine, Georgia Medical Society, and the Medical Association of Georgia.
May, 2023
Dr. Hightower was helpful and is also a great listener and detailed when explaining his self. Thank you
May, 2023
Thank you Dr Hightower and his nurse Jennifer. Your enthusiasm on my comeback from cancer treatment and my regaining strength from all of it validates my efforts. Thanks again
May, 2023
Friendly staff and Doctor listened to my concerns.
May, 2023
Nursing staff goes up and beyond what is normal. They called me at 5:30 to change my appointment time because they felt it would be a benefit to me.
May, 2023
Dr. Hightower and his staff are very professional, courteous and helpful. I would recommend Dr. Hightower to whomever is looking for an MD.
April, 2023
Dr.Hightower and staff are always professional, courteous and friendly
March, 2023
Dr. Hightower has been my primary care physician since 2005. He is great! I have referred friends looking for a doctor to Dr. Hightower and they, too, were very pleased about his care of their needs.
March, 2023
I always have a good experience. Do not have any complaints about doctor or staff that's why I say with them
December, 2022
God's Blessings to my doctor and his staff very pleased with everything have a bless and wonderful holiday stay safe.
November, 2022
Dr. Hightower, Jennifer, and Kristen are amazing! Thank you for all you do!
November, 2022
Thank you all for the prompt services
SouthCoast Health is pleased to now offer virtual visits to existing patients. The practice’s offices also remain open for in-person patient visits.
SouthCoast Health Announces Virtual Visits for Existing Patients
To help distinguish the difference between a chronic condition and occasional bathroom problems, we’re diving into the symptoms of IBS and other similar conditions.
The Difference Between a Bad Day and a Chronic Condition: IBS and Other Similar Bowel Movement IssuesSouthCoast Health has 120 physicians and medical professionals in 18 locations in Savannah, Richmond Hill, Pooler, Rincon, Baxley, Hinesville, and Statesboro.
