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Summary
Dr. James Wells is a pulmonologist and critical care medicine specialist who earned his medical degree from McGovern Medical School at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. With 21 years of experience, he brings extensive expertise in treating complex respiratory conditions and providing intensive care for critically ill patients. Dr. Wells is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Wells practices at multiple locations throughout Birmingham, Alabama, including UAB Hospital Birmingham, UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham, Birmingham VA Medical Center, and UAB Highlands. He specializes in treating chronic lung disease and COPD, helping patients manage these long-term conditions effectively. His practice includes advanced diagnostic procedures such as pulmonary function testing and immunoglobulin testing to evaluate lung health and immune system function.
Dr. Wells practices at multiple locations throughout Birmingham, Alabama, including UAB Hospital Birmingham, UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham, Birmingham VA Medical Center, and UAB Highlands. He specializes in treating chronic lung disease and COPD, helping patients manage these long-term conditions effectively. His practice includes advanced diagnostic procedures such as pulmonary function testing and immunoglobulin testing to evaluate lung health and immune system function.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 21 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. James Michael Wells has 2 locationsThe Kirklin Clinic Of Uab Hospital
2000 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233 Tel: (205) 801-8000
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
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Michael Wells
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Michael Wells has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Michael Wells has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
21 Years Experience
Dr. James Michael Wells 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 Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston in 2005.
NPI Number
Dr. Wells' NPI number is 1346453446.
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- Dr. James Wells is affiliated with Uab Hospital Birmingham, Uab St Vincents Birmingham, Birmingham Va Medical Center, and Uab Highlands.
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- Dr. James Wells's office is located at 2000 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL, 35233.
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