Dr. David C. Mcgiffin, MD | Birmingham, AL | Vascular Surgeon

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Dr. David McGiffin has practiced vascular surgery and thoracic surgery for 51 years. He earned his medical degree from the University of Queensland School of Medicine and sees patients in Birmingham, Alabama. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. McGiffin 4.67 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

4.7

43 Ratings
51 years of experience
University Of Queensland School Of Medicine
6 written reviews
2 specialties
32 areas of expertise
3 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Mcgiffin's Ratings and Reviews

4.7

43 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 8 Minutes

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I feel there is NONE better

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March 5th, 2015

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He is a fine outstanding doctor.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Provided follow-up after the visit
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May 1st, 2013

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Dr McGiffin performed mitral valve repair surgery on both me and my wife. I cannot say enough good things about this man. He is a great doctor, a great surgeon, and a grat man.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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October 19th, 2011

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Dr McGiffin performed an aortic valve replacement on my uni-cuspid valve in May 1987. He was an outstanding surgeon and his care and genuine concern was excellent in every respect!!! Thanks Doc!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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August 1st, 2011

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I cannot speak highly enough about David McGiffin. He is one of the best cardio thorastic surgeons in the world.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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June 14th, 2011

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The most incredible surgery experience our family has ever experienced. My father was 82 and needed a valve replacement, so we were sent to Dr. McGiffin from Pensacola, Florida. The family was put to ease immediately with Dr. McGiffin's confidence and bedside manner. His follow up was very caring and daily in the hospital. His staff was fantastic. The UAB facilities were incredible. We can't imagine having our dad any place else and we have highly recommended him to our friends and family. Daddy will be 88 in May and still traveling to Michigan every Summer for vacation....thanks to Dr. McGiffin and God!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 19th, 2011

Uab Structural Heart And Valve Clinic At Spain Wallace

619 19th St SBirmingham, AL 35233

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

Uab School Of Medicine

619 19th St SBirmingham, AL 35249

Tel: (205) 934-4696

Uab Hospital Birmingham

1802 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233


Dr. David Charles Mcgiffin, MD	Stephen Sentenn	Dr. James Michael Donahue, MD	Dr. Lee Shefton Riggins, MD
Vascular Surgery	Thoracic Surgery	Thoracic Surgery	Thoracic Surgery
	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.7 (43 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3 (2 Ratings)	4.6 (13 Ratings)
51 Years of Experience		28 Years of Experience	51 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Birmingham , AL	Vestavia , AL	Birmingham , AL	Columbus , MS
Med School: University Of Queensland School Of Medicine		Med School: Harvard Medical School	Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Queensland School Of Medicine in 1975.

NPI Number

Dr. Mcgiffin's NPI number is 1760492441.

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Nurse Practitioner
| Birmingham, AL
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10 Years Exp | Rochester, MN
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Nurse Practitioner
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Anesthesiology
42 Years Exp | Birmingham, AL
(0)
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Dr. Enrique Gongora, MD
Thoracic Surgery
34 Years Exp | Birmingham, AL
(23)
Dr. Benjamin Wei, MD
Thoracic Surgery
21 Years Exp | Birmingham, AL
(0)
Dr. Hartmuth Bruno Bittner, MD
Thoracic Surgery
37 Years Exp | Birmingham, AL
(9)
Dr. Charles A Hunt II, MD
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30 Years Exp | Birmingham, AL
(17)

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