Dr. James Birmingham, MD

Rheumatology*MaleAge 53

Rheumatology*

Dr. James Birmingham, MD is a rheumatologist in Ada, MI and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Birmingham has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening and Vasculitides. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1998. He is affiliated with medical facilities Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital and Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. James Birmingham, MD

Practice

6741 Fulton St E Ada, MI 49301
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Accepting new patients

Dr. Birmingham is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Birmingham specializes in the areas of Pediatric Rheumatology & Rheumatology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Birmingham's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Birmingham

5.0

19 ratings, 7 with a written review
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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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Monica Dickson – Mar 14, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Kim – Oct 25, 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
3 people found this helpful
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Jul 29, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Mark – Jan 29, 2021
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What went well
  • 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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Nov 26, 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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Sep 11, 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
10 people found this helpful
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Aug 18, 2018
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biography

Dr. James Birmingham, MD is a rheumatologist in Ada, MI and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Birmingham has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening and Vasculitides. He graduated from Ohio State University College...read more
  • Rheumatology

  • Pediatric Rheumatology

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  • Spectrum Health Butterworth Camp

    Residency Hospital
  • Duke University School Of Medicine, Durham, Nc

    Fellowship Hospital, 2007
  • Duke University Medical Center|grand Rapids Med Education Research Center/msu|spectrum Health Butterworth Camp

    Residency Hospital, 2002
  • Grand Rapids Med Education Research Center/msu

    Residency Hospital, 2002
  • Ohio State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatric Rheumatology
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Rheumatology
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Dr. Birmingham is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Rheumatology

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    Locations

    Practice

    River City Dermatology PLLC6741 Fulton St E Ada, MI 49301
    1

    Practice

    Metro Health Park East Pharmacy4055 Cascade Rd SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital

      200 Jefferson Ave SE
      Grand Rapids, MI 49503
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 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

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      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

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital

      100 Michigan St NE
      Grand Rapids, MI 49503
      Recipient of 13
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      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

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

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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