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Dr. Philip Fischer II, MD

Dr. Philip Fischer II, MD

General Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Philip Fischer II, MD is a general surgeon in Birmingham, AL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham and Brookwood Baptist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 54 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (54 reviews)

Practice

800 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 630 Birmingham, AL 35205
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

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

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Fischer II specializes in the area of General Surgery. 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. Fischer II's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fischer II

4.9

54 ratings, 21 with a written review
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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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Laura Etheridge – Mar 25, 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Susie Ward – Mar 24, 2024
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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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M Franklin – Jan 25, 2024
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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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Elizabeth, Birmingham, Alabama – Jan 11, 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
2 people found this helpful
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T Weaver – Oct 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
2 people found this helpful
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Beverly Ochsenhirt – Jan 27, 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
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Tammy Hill – Aug 27, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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John Tice – Jun 13, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Will Never Return – Jan 22, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Apr 23, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Feb 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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jim Dover in Albertville, AL – Aug 30, 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
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R. Phillips – Jul 11, 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
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Vestavia, AL – May 16, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Mel Otter in Birmingham, AL – May 03, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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Jenny in Springville, AL – Oct 02, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Glenn Mazer in Birmingham AL – Mar 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Montgomery, AL – Dec 09, 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
Helpful
Pelham, AL – Mar 04, 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
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C Waldrop in Hueytown, AL – Feb 10, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Philip Fischer II, MD is a general surgeon in Birmingham, AL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ascension St. Vincent's...read more
  • General Surgery

  • Breast Surgery

  • Laparoscopic 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.

  • Carraway Meth Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1998
  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Medical School, 1997
  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham Heersink School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1997
  • Vanderbilt University

    Undergraduate School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Philip J. Fischer II M.D. P.C.800 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 630 Birmingham, AL 35205
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Practice

St. Vincent's Birmingham810 Saint Vincents Dr Birmingham, AL 35205
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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
  • Brookwood Baptist Medical Center

    2010 Brookwood Medical Ctr Dr
    Birmingham, AL 35209
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    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

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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