3.3
12 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. John Summerford is an internal medicine physician with four decades of experience caring for patients in Alabama. He earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Baptist Health System. Throughout his extensive career spanning 42 years, Dr. Summerford has developed deep expertise in internal medicine, providing comprehensive care for adult patients. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Summerford practices at DCH Regional Medical Center and Noland Hospital of Tuscaloosa, serving the Tuscaloosa community. He specializes in managing cholesterol disorders, including high cholesterol in children and teens as well as inherited lipid conditions. His practice includes routine blood work such as complete blood counts and kidney function tests to monitor patient health. Patients have given Dr. Summerford an average rating of 3.3 on Vitals.
Dr. Summerford practices at DCH Regional Medical Center and Noland Hospital of Tuscaloosa, serving the Tuscaloosa community. He specializes in managing cholesterol disorders, including high cholesterol in children and teens as well as inherited lipid conditions. His practice includes routine blood work such as complete blood counts and kidney function tests to monitor patient health. Patients have given Dr. Summerford an average rating of 3.3 on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 42 years of experience
- speaks English
- Baptist Health System
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Tuscaloosa Internal Medicine Llc
1100 Ruby Tyler PkwyTuscaloosa, AL 35404 Tel: (205) 759-2582
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
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Nephrology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 42 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience | 50 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) | |
| Tuscaloosa , AL | Lyons , CO | Mesquite , TX | Tuscaloosa , AL |
| Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc | Med School: Universidad De Zaragoza Facultad De Medicina |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Phillip Summerford
Medical Specialties
Dr. John Phillip Summerford has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. John Phillip Summerford has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
42 Years Experience
Dr. John Phillip Summerford 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
Residency
Completed their residency at Baptist Health System.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Alabama School Of Medicine in 1984.
NPI Number
Dr. Summerford's NPI number is 1659472009.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. John Summerford affiliated with?
- Dr. John Summerford is affiliated with Dch Regional Medical Center and Noland Hospital Of Tuscaloosa.
- Where is Dr. John Summerford's office located?
- Dr. John Summerford's office is located at 1100 Ruby Tyler Pkwy, Tuscaloosa, AL, 35404.
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