Summary

Dr. John Curtis has practiced orthopedic surgery for 34 years and is affiliated with Athens Limestone Hospital and UAB Medical West. He treats chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes mellitus, and performs physical therapy and outpatient rehabilitation. Dr. Curtis earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and sees patients in Bessemer and Athens, Alabama. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Curtis 3.67 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 34 years of experience
  • University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
  • 8 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. John Dorish Curtis has 6 locations

Medical West Orthopedics

919 Medical Center DrBessemer, AL 35022
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Medical West Surgery Center

975 9th Ave Sw Ste 100Bessemer, AL 35022
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Athens Limestone Hospital

700 W Market StAthens, AL 35611

Uab Medical West

995 9th Ave SwBessemer, AL 35022

Uab Medical West

5000 Medical West WayBessemer, AL 35022

Orthopedic Specialists

919 Medical Center DrBessemer, AL 35022
Mon7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. John Dorish Curtis JR., MDDr. John D Smith, MDDr. James Russell Bowman IIIDr. Dewey Hobson Jones III, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
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5 
34 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 57 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Bessemer , ALBessemer , ALBirmingham , ALBirmingham , AL
Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Dorish Curtis

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Dorish Curtis has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Dorish Curtis has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Dr. John Dorish Curtis 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 1993 and University Of Alabama School Of Medicine in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Curtis' NPI number is 1487622031.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. John Curtis accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Which hospitals is Dr. John Curtis affiliated with?
Dr. John Curtis is affiliated with Athens Limestone Hospital and Uab Medical West.
Does Dr. John Curtis accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Curtis accepts on their Vitals profile.

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