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Dr. Mamerhi Okor, MD

Dr. Mamerhi Okor, MD

Neurosurgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Mamerhi Okor, MD is a neurosurgeon in Birmingham, AL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with UAB Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

2000 6th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35233

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Okor is affiliated with UAB Hospital Birmingham, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Okor is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Okor specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Okor's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Okor

4.4

25 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
84%
84%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
12%
12%

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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
Paul Kellum – Dec 07, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 01, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
TJ – Nov 12, 2020
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Jo – Oct 13, 2020
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
a.g.harrell iii dvm(ret) – Jul 28, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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Apr 06, 2019
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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
18 people found this helpful
Helpful
Faye K. in BIRMINGHAM – Dec 07, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
P Richardson in Alabama – Jul 25, 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
No results
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Loxley, Alabama – May 19, 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
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Madison in Gadsden, AL – Apr 08, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Mamerhi Okor, MD is a neurosurgeon in Birmingham, AL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with UAB Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Neurosurgery

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  • Emory University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Okor is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    University of Alabama Health Services Foundation PC2000 6th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35233
    1

    Practice

    UAB Neurosurgery510 20th St S Birmingham, AL 35233
    2

    Practice

    UAB Hospital Birmingham619 19th St S Birmingham, AL 35233
    3
    Mary Lewis Skilled Nursing Facility1717 6th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35233
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • UAB Hospital

      1802 6th Ave S
      Birmingham, AL 35233
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

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

      5% higher than the national average

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