Dr. John A. Ward, MD | Birmingham, AL | Internal Medicine

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Dr. John Ward is an internal medicine physician with over four decades of experience caring for patients. He earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and has been practicing medicine for 41 years. Dr. Ward speaks English and focuses on comprehensive internal medicine care for adult patients.

Dr. Ward practices at multiple locations throughout Birmingham, Alabama, including Brookwood Baptist Medical Center, Grandview Medical Center, and Select Specialty Hospital Birmingham. He treats conditions such as osteoarthritis, high blood pressure, and hypertensive emergencies. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and various angiogram procedures to evaluate heart and blood vessel health. Patients have given Dr. Ward an average rating of 2.9 on Vitals.

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2.9

15 Ratings
41 years of experience
speaks English
University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
7 written reviews
1 specialty
3 hospital affiliations
3 office locations
Male

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He is the most rude and uncompassionate doctor I have ever met. He felt like it was ok to yell at me and speak to me like a child. I am disgusted that he is allowed to continue this type of behavior...it's awful. And he doesn't care about his patients at all! Avoid seeing him at all costs!!!

July 18th, 2019

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I tried to inquire about a return to work status on one of our employees. Dr. Ward was extremely rude and cut me off when I tried to ask questions on my employees status. His attitude was it wasn't his problem anymore and would not provide any contact information regarding the other doctor he referred my employee to. Unprofessional attitude, and very hostile.

February 26th, 2019

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I found Dr. Ward to be compassionate and very patient for all the questions I asked on a daily basis. I was struggling with colitis; I felt Dr. Ward was watching out for me, very intent on my test levels. I would highly recommend Dr. Ward!

November 7th, 2018

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D.a. doesn't Even know what he prescribes his own patients. Goes to show you what a medical school degree means from the state of Mississippi will do for you

June 13th, 2015

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Dr Ward is a knowledgeable internist who works at Brookwood Hospital.

January 16th, 2015

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I was an inhospital patient of Dr. Wards and have never been treated with such rudeness!!! I would never have chosen him as my doctor and would suggest that he necer should treat any human being - in fact I wouln't take my nastiest animal to him.

November 25th, 2010

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Dr.Ward is a busy man,which may very well be a reflection of his skill in the mechanics of medicine.However,he is woefully lacking in empathy and compassion.As I was recently a patient of his in hospital,I wanted to ask some questions about my home care plan,Dr.Ward,acting as my makeshift Internist/Hospitalist,had no time for my concerns,stating"Come on...I've got 40 other patients to see!".I can only say that this is my life and I feel it is not asking too much have my concerns addressed after spending a week in critical condition.Maybe it was a bad day,or maybe he is overworked as a "hospitalist" with over 40 patients at any time.

March 11th, 2009

Select Specialty Hospital Birmingham

2010 Brookwood Medical Ctr Dr Fl 3Birmingham, AL 35209

Tel: (205) 599-4600

Brookwood Baptist Medical Center

2010 Brookwood Medical Ctr DrBirmingham, AL 35209

Tel: (205) 877-1000

Grandview Medical Center

3690 Grandview PkwyBirmingham, AL 35243

Tel: (205) 971-1000


Dr. John Arthur Ward, MD	Dr. Anita Varkey, MD	Dr. Joseph H. Wu, MD	Eric Harker
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
		Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
2.9 (15 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	4.5 (24 Ratings)	3.9 (7 Ratings)
41 Years of Experience	31 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience	25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Chinese (Mandarin)	Speaks English
Birmingham , AL	Augusta , GA	Birmingham , AL	Lyons , CO
Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine	Med School: Medical College of Wisconsin	Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine	Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Internal Medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Alabama, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated in 1985

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Does Dr. John Ward accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. John Ward has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. John Ward speak?: Dr. John Ward speaks English.
Where is Dr. John Ward's office located?: Dr. John Ward's office is located at 2010 Brookwood Medical Ctr Dr Fl 3, Birmingham, AL, 35209.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Ward affiliated with?: Dr. John Ward is affiliated with Brookwood Baptist Medical Center, Grandview Medical Center, and Select Specialty Hospital Birmingham.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Ward?: You can find contact information for Dr. John Ward here on Vitals.

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