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Dr. James Pitts, MD

Dr. James Pitts, MD

Ophthalmology*
55+ years of experience

Dr. James Pitts, MD is an ophthalmologist in Clanton, AL and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1969. He is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Chilton. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 4 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

109 Medical Center Dr Clanton, AL 35045

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Pitts specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. 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. Pitts' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pitts

4.0

10 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
70%
70%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
10%
10%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
20%
20%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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visionlost – Jul 28, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Alabasna, AL – Aug 10, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Diane Ross Unger in Birmingham, AL – May 09, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bob F. in Birmingham, AL – Oct 31, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Birmingham, AL – Oct 28, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Birmingham, AL – Jul 30, 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
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Dianna Salyers in Alabaster, AL – May 22, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Pitts is a board certified, ophthalmologist specializing in "no stitch" cataract laser and surgery, refractive lens exchange with bifocal implants, and the diagnosis and management of eye diseases. He received his ophthalmology residency training...read more
  • Ophthalmology

  • Anterior Segment Ophthalmology

  • Anterior Segment Surgery

  • Cataract Surgery

  • Cornea & External Diseases

  • Ophthalmic Surgery

  • Pediatric Ophthalmology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Saint Vincent Hospital Birmingham, Alabama

    Internship Hospital, 1973
  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Medical School, 1969
  • Birmingham-southern College

    Undergraduate School, 1965
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

James L Driggars OD PA109 Medical Center Dr Clanton, AL 35045
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ascension St. Vincent's Chilton

    2030 Lay Dam Rd
    Clanton, AL 35045

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

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