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Dr. J Randall Newman, MD

Dr. J Randall Newman, MD

Gastroenterology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. J Randall Newman, MD is a gastroenterologist in Opelika, AL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Newman has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham and East Alabama Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 3 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Gastroenterology Center of EAMC

2000 Pepperell Pkwy # 4 Opelika, AL 36801
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3.0
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He shouldn't be practicing medicine
I went to see Dr. Newman about my gastro problems, he honed in on me after I told him I had lost my mom and was having a hard time. He told me I needed emotional help instead of trying to find out what was wrong with my digestive system. I wouldn't take my dog to him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Jun 27, 2024
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He is attentive & knew my report
We met with Dr Newman today. He knew what my referral was for. He had a game plan. He was attentive and listened.
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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Oct 20, 2023
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I went to Dr. Newman to get a second opinion about my diagnosis of gastroparesis. He did determine that I had a hiatal hernia. However, Dr. Newman was hesitant to prescribe me my longtime Crohn's medicine for two years, eventually denying my prescription at the third year's visit. When my GP found elevated liver enzymes, he was bothered to run the labs again, having a very poor bedside manner during the whole process. In addition, he did not want me to see my colorectal surgeon for hemorrhoids, yet Dr. Newman does not determine the cause of rectal bleeding but with a colonoscopy.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 10, 2020
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Dr. Newman took time to listen to my concerns about my GI tract. We talked back and forth about my options. He recommended the best course of action for me to proceed, while giving me the option to choose. He was mindful of the costs of my care. I would especially recommend Dr. Newman to anyone seeking answers to complex GI situations. He really seems to cares about me as person...I’m not just a number. IncTaxQs
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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May 10, 2019
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This Dr has no right to be left alone with patients he was treating my father and because it was Friday he didn’t want to do anything said would mess up his weekend he was hateful to myself and my sister. His bedside manner is horrible I am reporting his actions to the hugest I can go
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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May 04, 2019
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This is one of the worst doctors I have ever experienced. I would not recommend Dr. Newman to anyone.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
9 others found this helpful
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AL – Sep 26, 2018
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J Randall Newman, MD, is a gastroenterologist practicing at the Gastroenterology Center of EAMC in Opelika, Alabama. Dr Newman earned his undergraduate degree in molecular biology from Vanderbilt University He went on to attend medical school and...read more

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J. Randall Newman, M.D., is a gastroenterologist practicing at the Gastroenterology Center of EAMC in Opelika, Alabama.Dr. Newman earned his undergraduate degree in molecular biology from Vanderbilt University He went on to attend medical school...read more

  • Gastroenterology

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  • Vanderbilt University Hospitals, Gastroenterology

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Internal Medicine, Uab Hospitals

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham Heersink School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1987
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Gastroenterology Center of EAMC

Gastroenterology Center of EAMC2000 Pepperell Pkwy # 4 Opelika, AL 36801
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(334) 528-6655
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