Summary

Dr. John Kirchner is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon who specializes in foot and ankle surgery. With 34 years of medical experience, he graduated from Hahnemann University School of Medicine and has developed extensive expertise in treating complex foot and ankle conditions. Dr. Kirchner provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Kirchner practices at Grandview Medical Center and sees patients at Southlake Orthopaedics locations in Birmingham, Alabama. He treats patients experiencing foot pain and heel pain, as well as joint discomfort throughout the body. His approach includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients regain mobility and function. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 34 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Hahnemann University School Of Medicine
  • 71 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. John Shirk Kirchner has 2 locations

Southlake Orthopaedics

4517 Southlake PkwyBirmingham, AL 35244
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

Southlake Orthopaedics Sports Medicine And Spine Center Pc

3686 GRANDVIEW PKWY STE 430BIRMINGHAM, AL 35243
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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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryHand SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
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4.2 
34 Years of Experience 63 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Birmingham , ALBirmingham , ALChattanooga , TNGrand Rapids , MI
Med School: Hahnemann University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Shirk Kirchner

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama - Medicare
  • Bright Health
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • Devoted Health
  • GEHA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Integra - Workers’ Compensation
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Level - Workers’ Compensation
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Security Life
  • Simpra Advantage
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Workers’ Compensation
  • Travelers
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Viva Health Plan
  • Viva Health Plan - HMO
  • Viva Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Shirk Kirchner has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Shirk Kirchner has the following 17 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Hahnemann University School Of Medicine in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Kirchner's NPI number is 1952379521.

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Does Dr. John Kirchner accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. John Kirchner affiliated with?
Dr. John Kirchner is affiliated with Grandview Medical Center.
Where is Dr. John Kirchner's office located?
Dr. John Kirchner's office is located at 4517 Southlake Pkwy, Birmingham, AL, 35244.
What languages does Dr. John Kirchner speak?
Dr. John Kirchner speaks English.

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