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Dr. James Austin, DO

Dr. James Austin, DO

Internal Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. James Austin, DO is an internist in Albertville, AL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from SOUTHWEST COLLEGE OF NATUROPATHIC MEDICINEHEALTH SCIENCES in 1993. He is affiliated with Marshall Medical Center South.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

9511 US Highway 431 Albertville, AL 35950
(256) 891-7001

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Austin specializes in the areas of Addiction Medicine & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
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Dr. Austin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Austin

4.1

12 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
8%
8%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
17%
17%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jesus Martinez – May 28, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Lynette – Apr 29, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 19, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Faith – Apr 02, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Timothy Phillips in Ft Payne Al – Feb 13, 2024
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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
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rebecca Moore – Oct 01, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 18, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Gene – Feb 01, 2022
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Austin, DO is an internist in Albertville, AL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from SOUTHWEST COLLEGE OF NATUROPATHIC MEDICINEHEALTH SCIENCES in 1993. He is affiliated with Marshall Medical Center South.

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Southwest College Of Naturopathic Medicinehealth Sciences

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Preventive Medicine®
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Addiction Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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More than three years ago
Alabama State Board of Medical Examiners

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Locations

Practice

Rapid Care Inc9511 US Highway 431 Albertville, AL 35950
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Marshall Medical Center South

    2505 US Highway 431
    Boaz, AL 35957

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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