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Dr. Reid Christopher, MD

Dr. Reid Christopher, MD

Internal Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Reid Christopher, MD is an internist in Bessemer, AL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities UAB Hospital and UAB Medical West Main Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

1088 9th Ave SW Ste 104 Bessemer, AL 35022
Telehealth available
(205) 426-0546

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Christopher specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Christopher's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Christopher

3.5
23 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
57%
57%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
9%
9%
2 star
4%
4%
1 star
30%
30%

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Absolutely ignorant
He does not listen and has a god complex. Yells at patients especially elderly. Enjoys degrading his patients. Yelled at his patient that has shaking spells for shaking because he thought he was arguing. This man should not be trusted with elderly patients or any for that matter.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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Apr 02, 2025
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Professional
Dr Christopher was very nice, professional and made sure I had my yearly test. I’m very impressed very good doctor he saved my father n law life. So proud to have a great Doctor.Brooke Graves
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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Brooke – Mar 27, 2025
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Great Dr.
Very professional, great staff been going to him for many years.
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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Tony F. – Aug 12, 2024
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I agree - Find Somewhere else to go!
So this part is for the nurse. Nasty disposition! If you are in healthcare, you should at least be welcoming. This is my first visit to accompany my father who has been sick and has lost a lot of weight in a short amount of time. They refused me from going back and accompanying my father. Reason: it’s a small room and the doctor does not allow others than the patient to come back. This is the first I have ever heard of this! There is a true disparity of how patients are treated. I recommend finding somewhere else to go! Even others in the waiting room were shocked and in disbelief. I wouldn’t recommend them to take care of my dog. Terrible customer service
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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SR – Jun 30, 2023
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Go elsewhere
Dr Christopher staff told me not to come back. They were very rude and condescending. Billed me $75 for a phone call.... refused to refill my diabetes meds and prostate meds. Now I'm without a Dr and almost out of medication. These people don't have any compassion whatsoever... go elsewhere.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Glenn Rollins – May 11, 2022
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Dr. Christoper is always on time, very thorough and often follows up with me by phone. He has been my doctor for over thirty years and when I needed to see a specialist he set that up ASAP. He truly cares for his patients and Dr. Christopher gets my highest recommendation.
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
Helpful
Johnny H. – May 11, 2021
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He never cuts corners and always tells it to me straight! He actually talks directly to me and touches me instead spending the whole visit on the computer. AND, I see him - a fully trained Internist instead of a Nurse Practitioner or someone else who spent much less time on their medical education and training. The staff is very nice too!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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May 11, 2021
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Awesome!! Dr. Christopher has a great personality and I always enjoy the fellowship and good humor while I’m there. He’s a good honest guy and I am lucky to have found such a wonderful doctor!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Apr 16, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Reid Christopher, MD is an internist in Bessemer, AL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities UAB Hospital and UAB Medical West Main Campus. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

West Jefferson Internal Medicine1088 9th Ave SW Ste 104 Bessemer, AL 35022
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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

    View all awards

    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

    View all patient feedback

  • UAB Medical West Main Campus

    995 9th Ave SW
    Bessemer, AL 35022

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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