4.5
29 Ratings with 20 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Ortega non-operatively treats a wide variety of musculoskeletal and sports medicine injuries and has a background in primary care and sports medicine. Although he has an interest in the conservative treatment of osteoarthritis of the knee, including viscosupplementation injections, he enjoys seeing patients of all ages, including little leaguers, high school and college athletes, weekend warriors and active seniors. A 1991 graduate of Auburn University, Dr. Ortega earned a bachelor of science degree in chemical engineering. He then went on to attend the University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham, graduating in 1996. Remaining in Birmingham, he completed his internal medicine residency at Baptist Health System in 1999, followed by a primary care sports medicine fellowship at the American Sports Medicine Institute from 1999 to 2000. Dr. Ortega is board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and also holds a Certificate of Added Qualification in primary care …sports medicine. He is a member of several medical organizations, including the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, the American College of Physicians, the American College of Sports Medicine, the Southern Medical Association and the Medical Association of the State of Alabama. Dr. Ortega serves as a team physician for McAdory High School and Birmingham Southern College and provides sports medicine assistance to Troy State University and Auburn University. He has also participated on the World Bowl medical team for NFL Europe for several years. Dr. Ortega enjoys spending time with his family, as well as playing golf and basketball, fishing and participating in other physical fitness activities. He and his wife,Trixie, have three sons, Sullivan, Cooper and Andrew.
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- accepting new patients
- 30 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
- 20 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Jose Octavio Ortega has 2 locationsAndrews Sports Medicine And Orthopaedic Center
805 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 100Birmingham, AL 35205 Tel: (205) 939-3699
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Andrews Sports Medicine And Orthopaedic Center
5406 HIGHWAY 280 STE D106HOOVER, AL 35242Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jose Octavio Ortega
Medical Specialties
Dr. Jose Octavio Ortega has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Jose Octavio Ortega has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
30 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Alabama, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated in 1996
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Dr. Jose Ortega speak?
- Dr. Jose Ortega speaks English and Spanish.
- Where is Dr. Jose Ortega's office located?
- Dr. Jose Ortega's office is located at 805 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 100, Birmingham, AL, 35205.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Jose Ortega affiliated with?
- Dr. Jose Ortega is affiliated with Ascension Saint Vincents Blount.
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