Jefferson county, AL

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Jefferson County, Alabama[edit | edit source]

  • Jefferson County is the most populous county in the U.S. state of Alabama. As of the 2020 census, its population was 659,300. Its county seat is Birmingham, the most populous city in the state. Jefferson County is named in honor of Thomas Jefferson. The county is included in the Birmingham-Hoover, AL Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Healthcare in Jefferson County, Alabama[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Jefferson County, with numerous healthcare facilities providing a wide range of services to the residents. These facilities range from hospitals, clinics, to specialized healthcare centers.

Hospitals[edit | edit source]

  • UAB Hospital
  • The UAB Hospital is a major center for clinical research and the home of some of the top medical programs in America. It is a 1,157-bed facility that provides patients with a complete range of primary and specialty care services. It is also an acclaimed teaching hospital where medical students and residents are trained.
  • Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
  • Brookwood Baptist Medical Center is a 588-bed facility that is one of the largest healthcare centers in Alabama. The hospital offers services in cardiology, mental health, neurology, orthopedic surgery, and more.

Clinics[edit | edit source]

  • Cooper Green Mercy Health Services
  • Cooper Green Mercy Health Services is a clinic that provides outpatient services to the residents of Jefferson County. It offers services in primary care, specialty care, urgent care, and emergency care.
  • Jefferson County Department of Health
  • The Jefferson County Department of Health operates several health clinics throughout the county. These clinics provide a variety of services including immunizations, family planning, and disease control.

Specialized Healthcare Centers[edit | edit source]

  • Callahan Eye Hospital
  • Callahan Eye Hospital is a nationally recognized leader in the field of ophthalmology. The hospital offers a full range of services including cataract surgery, glaucoma treatment, and retinal disorders treatment.
  • Children's of Alabama
  • Children's of Alabama is a pediatric healthcare system in Birmingham, Jefferson County. It is the third-largest pediatric medical facility in the U.S. The hospital provides a wide range of services from routine child care to the treatment of complex medical conditions.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Jefferson County, Alabama is comprehensive and accessible, with a wide range of facilities available to meet the needs of its residents. From general hospitals to specialized healthcare centers, these facilities strive to provide the best possible care to their patients.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Jefferson county, AL



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Anthony Chestang 1427119700 MD M Rutgers New Jersey Medical School 1996 Family Practice 70 Plaza Dr Pell City AL 35211 2058147206
Aquino Eugene 1952663122 M Other 2011 Family Practice Birmingham AL 35211
Armour Bonnie 1639183742 F University Of Alabama School Of Medicine 1984 Family Practice 1900 20th Ave S Suite 102 Birmingham AL 35209 2059334520
Barmore Lashelle 1902177611 F Other 2010 Family Practice Suite 112 Trussville AL 35173
Barmore Lashelle 1902177611 F Other 2010 Family Practice Suite 1000 Birmingham AL 35205
Beauchamp Bethany 1184158073 F Other 2017 Family Practice 919 Odum Rd Gardendale AL 35071 2056316834
Beauchamp Bethany 1184158073 F Other 2017 Family Practice 1664 Forestdale Blvd Forestdale AL 35214 2057912273
Bennett Maria 1053375816 MD F University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine 1994 Family Practice Suite 1000 Birmingham AL 35205
Boylan Zachary 1356670509 M University Of Alabama School Of Medicine 2009 Family Practice Suite 510 Birmingham AL 35205
Brandner Walter 1932115763 M University Of Alabama School Of Medicine 1977 Family Practice 1817 Oxmoor Rd Homewood AL 35209 2058704030

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Jefferson county, AL - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Cajacob Amy 1265759450 F University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine 2010 Allergy/immunology Internal Medicine Birmingham AL 35233
Atcheson Carrie 1134359151 F University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine 2009 Anesthesiology Birmingham AL 35233
Bell Brooke 1205279593 F University Of Alabama School Of Medicine 2013 Anesthesiology Suite 212 Birmingham AL 35223
Benjamin Walker 1497793517 MD M University Of Alabama School Of Medicine 1988 Anesthesiology 1720 University Blvd Birmingham AL 35233
Briggs John 1205247988 M University Of South Florida College Of Medicine 2014 Anesthesiology Birmingham AL 35233
Bryant Paty 1336124379 F University Of Alabama School Of Medicine 1985 Anesthesiology Pain Management Lowder 420 Birmingham AL 35233
Camp Riley 1790218873 M University Of Alabama School Of Medicine 2017 Anesthesiology Birmingham AL 35233
Carmouche Christopher 1437682507 M Other 2017 Anesthesiology Birmingham AL 35233
Carter Tekuila 1508907924 F Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine 2005 Anesthesiology Birmingham AL 35233
Chapman Lucy 1073504114 MD F University Of Alabama School Of Medicine 1983 Anesthesiology Birmingham AL 35233

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Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Garrett Michael 1508852617 M Emory University School Of Medicine 1998 Anesthesiology Assistant Birmingham AL 35211
Heckathorn Jamila 1629123690 F Other 2006 Anesthesiology Assistant Birmingham AL 35209 2052718205
Saliba Simon 1063605574 M Emory University School Of Medicine 2007 Anesthesiology Assistant 701 Princeton Ave Sw Birmingham AL 35211
Floyd Anna 1083012033 F Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University 2021 Certified Nurse Midwife (Cnm) Birmingham AL 35233
Abercrombie Ashlea 1851930523 F Other 2019 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Birmingham AL 35233
Allen Kathryn 1831444678 F Other 2011 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Birmingham AL 35233
April Nichols 1972815389 F Other 2010 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) 1720 University Blvd Birmingham AL 35211 2053258387
Ashcraft Megan 1053752345 F Other 2013 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Birmingham AL 35233
Ashurst Margaret 1235642083 F Other 2017 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Birmingham AL 35233
Benson Rosalind 1952975203 F Other 2021 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Birmingham AL 35233

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