Summary

Dr. Richard Vest specializes in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine, bringing 23 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine, establishing a strong foundation in comprehensive patient care. Dr. Vest is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Vest practices at UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham, where he focuses on treating heart conditions such as atrial fibrillation and managing high blood pressure, including hypertensive emergencies. He performs essential cardiac diagnostic procedures including electrocardiograms, dobutamine stress echocardiograms, and Doppler echocardiograms to evaluate heart function and detect cardiovascular problems. Patients consistently rate Dr. Vest highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 23 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Norris Vest has 2 locations

Uab St Vincents Birmingham

810 Saint Vincents DrBirmingham, AL 35205

Dr. Richard Norris Vest

833 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 300Birmingham, AL 35205

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Dr. Richard Norris Vest, MDDr. Roberto Daniel Chang, MDDr. Kimberly Allsopp SullivanDr. Michele Renee Postma, MD
Cardiovascular DiseasePain MedicineNurse PractitionerCritical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
23 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Birmingham , ALHoover , ALBirmingham , ALBessemer , AL
Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Iowa
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Norris Vest

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Norris Vest has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Norris Vest has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Heart Block
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Internal Medicine
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Alabama, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated in 2003

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Richard Vest speak?
Dr. Richard Vest speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Vest?
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Where is Dr. Richard Vest's office located?
Dr. Richard Vest's office is located at 810 Saint Vincents Dr, Birmingham, AL, 35205.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Vest affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Vest is affiliated with Uab St Vincents Birmingham.
Does Dr. Richard Vest accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Vest accepts on their Vitals profile.

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