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Dr. David Franco, MD

Dr. David Franco, MD

Critical Care Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. David Franco, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Birmingham, AL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Franco has extensive experience in Sleep Apnea, Obstructive Lung Disease, and Interstitial Lung Disease. He graduated from University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Prattville Baptist Hospital and Ascension St. Vincent's Chilton. He is not accepting new patients.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (32 reviews)

Practice

3686 Grandview Pkwy Ste 500 Birmingham, AL 35243
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Franco specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Pulmonary Disease. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Franco's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Franco

3.2

32 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
47%
47%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
6%
6%
2 Star
13%
13%
1 Star
31%
31%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 24, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 24, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 19, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ann Kaiser – Dec 16, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Glenn Rollins – Nov 30, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
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May 03, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
montgomery, al – Apr 08, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
BamaBoy in Clanton, AL – Apr 06, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 people found this helpful
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Don in Montogomery, AL – Oct 26, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
8 people found this helpful
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Montgomery, AL – Apr 20, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Auburn, AL – Mar 23, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
13 people found this helpful
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N/A in Auburn, AL – Feb 06, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Franco, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Birmingham, AL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Franco has extensive experience in Sleep Apnea, Obstructive Lung Disease, and Interstitial Lung Disease....read more
  • Critical Care Medicine

  • Pulmonary Disease

  • Sleep Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Pulmonary And Critical Care Medicine,lsu Medical Cener-shreveport

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Lsu Medical Center, Shreveport

    Internship Hospital
  • Lsu Health Science Center University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1981
  • University Of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
Pulmonary Disease
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Pulmonary Associates of the Southeast PC3686 Grandview Pkwy Ste 500 Birmingham, AL 35243
1

Practice

Dept of Veteran Affairs700 19th St S Birmingham, AL 35233
2

Practice

David P Franco PC4770 Woodmere Blvd Ste B Montgomery, AL 36106
3
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 1:00pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ascension St. Vincent's Chilton

    2030 Lay Dam Rd
    Clanton, AL 35045

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Grandview Medical Center

    3690 Grandview Pkwy
    Birmingham, AL 35243

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Prattville Baptist Hospital

    124 S Memorial Dr
    Prattville, AL 36067
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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