3.2
5 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Derrol Dawkins, M.D., is a board-certified pediatrician based in Birmingham, Alabama. After completing a pediatric residency at Children’s Hospital and serving a year as Chief Resident, he founded Metro Pediatrics in 1984 to deliver comprehensive, family-centered pediatric care across the Birmingham metropolitan area.
Committed to “Metro Excellence,” Dr. Dawkins and the Metro Pediatrics team provide current, compassionate, and professional medical services for infants, children, and adolescents. The practice treats patients from infancy through college-age and accepts new patients up to 19 years old. Its mission is to help each child reach their fullest potential through preventive care, timely treatment of acute illness, and ongoing management of chronic conditions.
Metro Pediatrics offers a wide range of pediatric services, including:
- Preventive health care and well-child physicals
- Acute sick care and urgent pediatric evaluation
- Onsite asthma specialist and chronic …medical supervision
- Diagnostic laboratory testing and TB skin testing
- Behavioral evaluation and management, plus adolescent counseling
- Electronic medical charting and electronic prescriptions
- Minor office procedures such as ear piercing
- Holistic and spiritual care options
With decades of experience and a commitment to modern clinical capabilities, Dr. Derrol Dawkins, M.D., and Metro Pediatrics are a trusted choice for pediatric care in Birmingham, AL. Families seeking compassionate, expert pediatric services for routine checkups, chronic condition management, or adolescent health needs will find Metro Pediatrics well-equipped to provide coordinated, child-focused care.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, prospective patients are encouraged to contact Metro Pediatrics directly.
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Office Location
Metro Pediatrics Pc
401 Valley AveBirmingham, AL 35209Mon8:00 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
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 46 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 5 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Spent time with me
- Provided follow-up after the visit
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Derrol Dawkins
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Derrol Dawkins has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Derrol Dawkins has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
46 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Alabama, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated in 1980
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- Where is Dr. Derrol Dawkins's office located?
- Dr. Derrol Dawkins's office is located at 401 Valley Ave, Birmingham, AL, 35209.
- Does Dr. Derrol Dawkins accept my insurance?
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Derrol Dawkins affiliated with?
- Dr. Derrol Dawkins is affiliated with Brookwood Baptist Medical Center and Childrens Hospital.
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