Dr. Joshua D. Vacik, MD | Muscle Shoals, AL | Internist

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Dr. Joshua Vacik has practiced internal medicine and family medicine for 26 years and is affiliated with Helen Keller Hospital and North Alabama Shoals Hospital. He treats hypertension and hypertensive emergency. He speaks English and Spanish and sees patients in Muscle Shoals and Killen, Alabama. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine.

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4.3

18 Ratings
26 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine
7 written reviews
2 specialties
7 areas of expertise
2 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
Male

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

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Dr. Vacik's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

18 Ratings with 7 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 22 Minutes

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Dr. Vacik is one of the most knowledgeable physicians that I have had. His examinations are very thorough and comprehensive. He is highly intelligent, well trained and up to date. He's what you want in a physician. Good listener and kind also.

August 13th, 2019

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Absolutely wonderful intelligent physician. Blessed to have him in our area.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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November 7th, 2018

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I have been going to Dr. Vacik since he first started his practice. I would never go to anyone else. He is so patient ,thoughtful, and gives you all the time you need to talk to him.His bedside manner is the best.He is the best and I would tell everyone to go to him.Dr Vacik you are what drs are supposed to be. Get your blood work in the morning and by the time you see him it is all back and he knows everything you need. His personal nurse is very good as well.Very friendly and makes you feel very welcome.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 17th, 2016

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Dr. Vacik is the most competent physician (in in field of medicine) that we've ever had. We simply wouldn't use anyone else. He is extremely knowledgeable, intelligent and truly cares for his patients.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

August 8th, 2016

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Absolutely outstanding!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 27th, 2016

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MY HUSBAND AND I WERE FORTUNATE TO GET IN WITH DR VACIK WHEN WE MOVED BACK HERE. HE HAD JUST STARTED HIS PRACTICE AND FROM THE DAY WE MET HIM HAVE NEVER HAD ANY COMPLAINTS. HE IS VERY KIND AND COMPASSIONATE AND NEVER RUSHES YOU DURING A VISIT. I PROUDLY TELL EVERYONE, WHO MY DOCTOR IS!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 20th, 2011

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I Love Dr. Vacik hes a caring Doctor and so for has aways been there for me. IF YOU CAN GET PAST PERSONAL AND NOT HAVE TO LISTEN TO A RECORDING OF THE NURSE JUST IN AN EMERCERY IT WOULD BE WONDERFUL NOT KIDDING HE IS A WONDERFUL DR. HE HAS ALWAYS TAKEN CARE OF ALL MY NEEDS.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 24th, 2010

Shoals Hospital

201 Avalon AveMuscle Shoals, AL 35661

Tel: (256) 768-8323

Medical Associates Of The Shoals Pc

351 Highway 64Killen, AL 35645

Tel: (256) 272-8066

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


Dr. Joshua Dean Vacik, MD	Dr. Adewumi Bakare DMSc, PA-C	Eric Harker	Sean Robert Bachelor
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Nurse Practitioner
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (18 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4 (8 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
26 Years of Experience		25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin)	Speaks English
Muscle Shoals , AL	Mesquite , TX	Lyons , CO	Muscle Shoals , AL
Med School: University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine	Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc	Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Dr. Joshua Dean Vacik 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 South Alabama College Of Medicine in 2000.

NPI Number

Dr. Vacik's NPI number is 1770582371.

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Is Dr. Joshua Vacik accepting new patients?: Dr. Joshua Vacik has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Joshua Vacik's office located?: Dr. Joshua Vacik's office is located at 201 Avalon Ave, Muscle Shoals, AL, 35661.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Joshua Vacik affiliated with?: Dr. Joshua Vacik is affiliated with Helen Keller Hospital and North Alabama Shoals Hospital.
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