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Summary
Dr. J Retan is a physician specializing in geriatric medicine, internal medicine, and pain medicine. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University College of Medicine and completed his residency at Brigham & Women's Hospital. With 69 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Retan brings extensive knowledge to his practice caring for patients across multiple specialties.
Dr. Retan practices at several locations throughout Birmingham, Alabama, including Cooper Green Mercy Health Services, UAB Highlands, and UAB Hospital Birmingham. His expertise focuses on treating chronic pain conditions, including back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teens. He performs various diagnostic procedures such as drug screening tests to support comprehensive patient care. Patients have given Dr. Retan an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.
Dr. Retan practices at several locations throughout Birmingham, Alabama, including Cooper Green Mercy Health Services, UAB Highlands, and UAB Hospital Birmingham. His expertise focuses on treating chronic pain conditions, including back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teens. He performs various diagnostic procedures such as drug screening tests to support comprehensive patient care. Patients have given Dr. Retan an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 69 years of experience
- 13 insurance plans accepted
- Brigham & Womens Hospital
- 3 specialties
- 12 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. J Walden Retan has 3 locationsCooper Green Mercy Health Services
1515 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233 Tel: (205) 930-3200
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. J Walden Retan, MD | Dr. Lori Rachal Louis, MD | Dr. Monika Maria Safford, MD | Mary K Westerman |
| Geriatric Medicine | Preventative Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 69 Years of Experience | 41 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Birmingham , AL | Birmingham , AL | Birmingham , AL | Jasper , AL |
| Med School: Suny Upstate Medical University College Of Medicine | Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. J Walden Retan
Medical Specialties
Dr. J Walden Retan has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. J Walden Retan has the following 12 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
69 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Brigham & Womens Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Suny Upstate Medical University College Of Medicine in 1957.
NPI Number
Dr. Retan's NPI number is 1225104094.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. J Retan accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. J Retan accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Dr. J Retan accepting new patients?
- Dr. J Retan has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. J Retan's office located?
- Dr. J Retan's office is located at 1515 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL, 35233.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. J Retan?
- You can find contact information for Dr. J Retan here on Vitals.
- Does Dr. J Retan accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. J Retan has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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