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Dr. Joseph Fernandez, MD

Dr. Joseph Fernandez, MD

Orthopedic Sports Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Fernandez, MD is a sports medicine orthopedic surgeon in Birmingham, AL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Fernandez has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with Doctors Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (32 reviews)

Practice

1201 11th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35205
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Fernandez specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals
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Dr. Fernandez's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fernandez

3.9
32 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 star
66%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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ONE OF MY BEST EXPERIENCES WITH A DOCTOR'S APPT
I COULDN'T BE MORE HAPPY TO CHOSE DR FERNANDEZ AS MY ORTHOPEDIC DOCTOR AFTER I HAD SUCH AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE SINCE MY FIRST CONTACT WITH THE OFFICE TO REQUEST AN APPOINTMENT. CARLA TOOK CARE OF MY REQUEST WITH GREAT KINDNESS AND WAS ABLE TO ACCOMMODATE ME IN A WAITING LIST. TWO DAYS LATER SHE CALLED ME TO ADVISE SHE WAS ABLE TO CONFIRM AN EARLY APPOINTMENT. THE NURSE THAT TOOK THE XR AND ROBERT THE MEDICAL ASSISTANT WERE SO UNBELIEVABLE TENDER AND LOVING. THEY BOTH SHOWED THEIR CONCERNS TO MAKE ME FEEL COMFORTABLE. FINALLY DR FERNANDEZ WAS AMAZING. HE TOOK ENOUGH TIME TO REVIEW MY MEDICAL REPORTS, TO EXPLAIN TO ME THE BEST CHOICES I HAD, EVEN GOING TO INTERNET TO SHOW ME PICTURES SO I COULD UNDERSTAND HIS EXPLANATION. I WILL DEFINITELY RECOMMEND DR FERNANDEZ.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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SOFIA RINCON – Jul 11, 2022
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I have been seen by Dr. Joseph Fernandez for years now. Dr. Fernandez is an excellent doctor and both of his Physician Assistants are very knowledgeable, well mannered and able to take care of your health. His staff is also kind and attentive. I have had four surgeries with Dr. Fernandez, all have been a success. I appreciate and have only gratitude for this Orthopedic group, who has shown me all kind of respect, honesty and diligent care. GOD bless them. Lucy V. Perez
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Lucy V. Perez – Mar 06, 2021
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The entire experience of my visit to Dr. Fernandez' office was excellent. The call for my appointment was attended to quickly and was friendly and accommodating. The wait time was short and I was seen right away by a nurse. Dr. Fernandez came in right afterward with a PA, Mr. Myers. They both discussed my injury with me and what the next steps would be. I was very satisfied with their bedside manner, expertise and friendliness. I recommend them highly.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 29, 2019
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HE IS THE BEST FOR SHOULER INJURY,BOTH SHOULER DONE AND I AM 100%
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Mar 28, 2019
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The worst appointment setter and the Doctor has the worts bedside manners... the Dr just sits and stares at you while he has his PA write everything he prescribed a medication that the PA neglected to hear what he said. That I had to remind him that doctor prescribed a medicine...I called back to see the Doctor after a lump came out on my knee they give me an appointment for a month later with the Doctor if not I need to see the PA take it or leave it... I need a Doctor not a PA...
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
8 others found this helpful
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Joseph Fernandez in Miami, FL – Feb 21, 2019
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I took my daughter who is a dancer to Dr. Fernandez. He recommended surgery due to her injury and I must say we could not be happier with the results. My daughter is still doing rehab and they have been there for us answering all questions along the way. Thank you Dr. Fernandez and staff!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Melanie in Ortiz – Apr 19, 2018
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Was not able to resolve my issue. Not a caring staff or Dr.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
10 others found this helpful
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Apr 13, 2018
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Terrible experience! I felt like I was in an assembly line. The majority of my time during visits was spent with his physician's assistant. I was scheduled for a minesectemy surgery of my knee, yet during the surgery he also do a microfracture surgery without my consent, Prior to the surgery he had never mentioned that this was an option. Microfracture surgery is a very aggressive procedure and the success rate is not very high. Mine was a failure and my knee will never heal.
What went well
No results
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
10 others found this helpful
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Miami, FL – Apr 03, 2017
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great dr , the staff was very nice whenever i call with a billing question i always get an accurate and prompt response. i would suggest to everyone who reads this and needs an orthopedic surgeon call dr Fernandez
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Pompano Beach, FL – Mar 24, 2017
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Did not even get past the scheduling to see the doctor. After being basically reprimanded because I did not know what information I needed when I called in. Even after I stopped her in her rant and asked her to please realize that while she may do this every day, I do not need surgery or make appointments to have one on a daily bases she continued to be rude. But hey its a "Miami" thing right? Well doc maybe spend a little money on your staff and staff training. I will find someone else.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 others found this helpful
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Eli in Miami, FL – Jan 25, 2017
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The staff is very rude!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
8 others found this helpful
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Miami, FL – Nov 02, 2016
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Dr. Fernandez is the best of the best!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Miami, FL – Oct 25, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

"Treating patients with the same advanced, emerging, state of the art technology available to Professional Athletes all over the world today" Website: www.miamisportsmed.com
  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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

  • Andrews Sports Medicine And Orthopedic Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994
  • Jackson Medical Center/univ Of Miami

    Residency Hospital, 1993
  • Jackson Mem Hosp/u Miami

    Internship Hospital, 1989
  • Tulane University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988
  • Tulane University Of Louisiana

    Undergraduate School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

UAB Highlands1201 11th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35205
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Doctors Hospital

    5000 University Dr
    Coral Gables, FL 33146
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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