Summary

Dr. James Parks specializes in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine, bringing four decades of expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and has dedicated 41 years to caring for patients with heart and circulatory conditions. Dr. Parks is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient community.

Dr. Parks practices at UAB St. Vincents Birmingham and Noland Hospital Birmingham Downtown in Birmingham, Alabama. He focuses on treating high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. His procedural expertise includes performing stress tests, contrast echocardiography, and transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 41 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Provided follow-up after the visit
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. James Michael Parks has 2 locations

Southview Medical Group Pc

833 SAINT VINCENTS DR BLDG 3BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Uab St Vincents Birmingham

810 Saint Vincents DrBirmingham, AL 35205

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Dr. James Michael Parks, MDDr. Zachary David BrownLindsey HopsmithDr. Jeffrey Alan Pugh
Cardiovascular DiseasePediatricsInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
3.6 
41 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
BIRMINGHAM , ALBirmingham , ALPelham , ALBirmingham , AL
Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine Med School: Univ Of British Columbia Fac Of Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Michael Parks

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Michael Parks has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Michael Parks has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Dr. James Michael Parks holds an expired medical license in the state of Alabama.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Alabama that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Alabama School Of Medicine in 1985.

NPI Number

Dr. Parks' NPI number is 1255305470.

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What languages does Dr. James Parks speak?
Dr. James Parks speaks English and Spanish.
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