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Dr. Brian Guffin, MD

Dr. Brian Guffin, MD

General Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Brian Guffin, MD is a general surgeon in Birmingham, AL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham and Princeton Baptist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

3400 Independence Dr Birmingham, AL 35209

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Guffin is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham Birmingham, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Guffin specializes in the areas of Colon & Rectal Surgery & General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Guffin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Guffin

4.5

28 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
86%
86%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
11%
11%

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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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Jan 29, 2025
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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
Helpful
Robert Jones – Aug 02, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Vera turner – Sep 28, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tuscaloosa, AL – Jun 21, 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Patsy and Barry Smith in Cropwell, Alabama – Nov 27, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Karen T in Hoover, AL – Jul 06, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Birmingham, AL – Jan 12, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Brian Guffin, MD is a general surgeon in Birmingham, AL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ascension St....read more
  • General Surgery

  • Colorectal 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.

  • Louisiana State University Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1995
  • Baptist Health System

    Internship Hospital, 1990
  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery®
Colon & Rectal Surgery
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Office3400 Independence Dr Birmingham, AL 35209
1

Practice

Hematology & Oncology Associates of Alabama LLC339 Walker Chapel Plz Ste 109 Fultondale, AL 35068
2

Practice

Princeton Baptist Medical Center701 Princeton Ave SW Birmingham, AL 35211
3

Practice

Ascension St. Vincent's East50 Medical Park Dr E Birmingham, AL 35235
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham

    810 Saint Vincents Dr
    Birmingham, AL 35205
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    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.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% 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
  • Saint Vincent's East

    50 Medical Park Dr E
    Birmingham, AL 35235

    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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Princeton Baptist Medical Center

    701 Princeton Ave SW
    Birmingham, AL 35211
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower 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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