Dr. Wallace B. Purdy, MD | Bessemer, AL | Internal Medicine

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Dr. Wallace Purdy is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated over three decades to caring for patients. He earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and has been practicing medicine for 32 years. Dr. Purdy is fluent in English and brings extensive experience to his patient care.

Dr. Purdy is affiliated with UAB Medical West and practices at multiple locations throughout Bessemer and Birmingham, Alabama. He specializes in managing high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, helping patients control these serious cardiovascular conditions. His practice includes performing comprehensive blood work and urine testing to monitor patient health. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
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34 Ratings
32 years of experience
speaks English
University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
15 written reviews
1 specialty
7 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 hospital affiliations
4 office locations
Male

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Dr. Purdy has been my doctor for several years. He is a good doctor who is easy to talk to and has a great staff.

March 11th, 2024

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Saved my life God and Dr Purdy! Great bedside manner. Would recommend to anyone.excellent Dr.

September 11th, 2019

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He was the dr on call but never called. I called 3 times. I had to take my dad to ER instead.

August 28th, 2019

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He was the dr on call but never called. I called 3 times. I had to take my dad to ER instead.

August 28th, 2019

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Rude dr. And rude office workers!!!!

June 25th, 2016

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Terrible bedside manner, doesn't look out for what's best for his patients, believes he says is the best & won't call in another doctor that specializes in the problem you are having if you are in the hospital. Disregards you when released from hospital without wanting to follow-up in his office.

May 12th, 2015

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Great doctor and staff who listens to you and cares.

February 6th, 2015

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Dr. Purdy is rude and has to look up everything I ask about I only come here because he takes my insurance.

January 6th, 2015

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I really like him, very nice person

March 12th, 2014

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his staff needs a better way of calling back when you leave a message they don't call you back. I love Dr.Prudy he is super nice and he is the only reason I come back..

December 10th, 2013

West Jefferson Internal Medicine Pc

1088 9th Ave SW Ste 104Bessemer, AL 35022

Tel: (205) 426-0546

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 12:30 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Complete Health Brookwood

513 Brookwood Blvd Ste 200Birmingham, AL 35209

Tel: (205) 479-7097

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 - 2:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Uab Medical West

995 9th Ave SwBessemer, AL 35022

Tel: (205) 481-7000

Uab Medical West

5000 Medical West WayBessemer, AL 35022

Tel: (205) 481-7000


Dr. Wallace Burl Purdy, 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	Accepts New Patients
3 (34 Ratings)	5 (2 Ratings)	4.5 (24 Ratings)	3.9 (7 Ratings)
32 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
Bessemer , AL	Augusta , GA	Birmingham , AL	Lyons , CO
Med School: University Of Alabama 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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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Alabama, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated in 1994

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What languages does Dr. Wallace Purdy speak?: Dr. Wallace Purdy speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Wallace Purdy?: You can find contact information for Dr. Wallace Purdy here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Wallace Purdy accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. Wallace Purdy has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Wallace Purdy's office located?: Dr. Wallace Purdy's office is located at 1088 9th Ave SW Ste 104, Bessemer, AL, 35022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Wallace Purdy affiliated with?: Dr. Wallace Purdy is affiliated with Uab Medical West and Uab Medical West.

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