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Dr. Winfield Fisher III, MD

Dr. Winfield Fisher III, MD

Neurosurgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Winfield Fisher III, MD is a neurosurgeon in Birmingham, AL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Fisher III has extensive experience in Neurocritical Care Disorders and Nervous System Neoplasms. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 1978. He is affiliated with UAB Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 35 reviews 4 Star Rating (35 reviews)

Practice

2000 6th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35233

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Hospital Highlight

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

Dr. Fisher III 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. Fisher III 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. Fisher III's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fisher III

4.0

35 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
71%
71%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
23%
23%

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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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Connie newman – Dec 31, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Darlene Dunning-Munson – Nov 03, 2022
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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
Helpful
E Raughley – Jun 24, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
PJ – Jun 14, 2021
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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
Helpful
May 16, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Coast AVM in Mississippi , MS – Jul 15, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Catherine Welch in Greenville, AL – Jun 05, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Mar 22, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Shelia Shell in Trafford, AL – Nov 14, 2018
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Aimee in Mobile, AL – Jul 22, 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
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
pensacola – Mar 16, 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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Crystalee in Troy, Alabama – Feb 07, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Winfield Fisher III, MD is a neurosurgeon in Birmingham, AL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Fisher III has extensive experience in Neurocritical Care Disorders and Nervous System Neoplasms. He graduated from Emory...read more
  • Neurosurgery

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  • Emory University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Fisher III 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
    Office1040 3rd Ave S Birmingham, AL 35294
    2
    Mary Lewis Skilled Nursing Facility1717 6th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35233
    3
    Office1720 2nd Ave S Birmingham, AL 35294
    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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