Summary

Dr. James Lyman is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in hospital medicine, bringing over three decades of medical expertise to patient care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and has been practicing for 31 years. His extensive experience allows him to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex medical conditions requiring both outpatient management and hospital-based treatment.

Dr. Lyman practices at multiple UAB-affiliated facilities throughout Birmingham, Alabama, including UAB Hospital Birmingham, UAB St Vincents Birmingham, and UAB Highlands. He focuses on treating patients with chronic kidney disease, including those with advanced stage 5 kidney disease, as well as individuals managing heart failure. His clinical expertise includes performing complete blood count tests, kidney function assessments through creatinine testing, and specialized dialysis adequacy evaluations to ensure optimal treatment outcomes. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 31 years of experience
  • University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Douglas Lyman has 6 locations

Uab Structural Heart And Valve Clinic At Spain Wallace

619 19th St SBirmingham, AL 35233
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Uab Spain Rehabilitation Center

1717 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Uab Highlands

1201 11th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205

Uab Hospital Birmingham

1802 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233

Uab Saint Vincents East Hospital

50 Medical Park Dr EBirmingham, AL 35235

Uab St Vincents Birmingham

810 Saint Vincents DrBirmingham, AL 35205

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31 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Chinese (Mandarin) Speaks English Speaks English
Birmingham , ALBirmingham , ALAugusta , GALyons , CO
Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College of Wisconsin Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Douglas Lyman

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Medical Specialties

Dr. James Douglas Lyman has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Douglas Lyman has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Alabama, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Texas Southwestern Medical SchoolGraduated in 1995

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Lyman?
You can find contact information for Dr. James Lyman here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Lyman affiliated with?
Dr. James Lyman is affiliated with Uab St Vincents Birmingham, Birmingham Va Medical Center, Uab Hospital Birmingham, Uab Saint Vincents East Hospital, and Uab Highlands.
Does Dr. James Lyman accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Lyman accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. James Lyman accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Lyman has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. James Lyman's office located?
Dr. James Lyman's office is located at 619 19th St S, Birmingham, AL, 35233.

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