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Dr. William Shirley, MD

Dr. William Shirley, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
25+ years of experience

Dr. William Shirley, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Hoover, AL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1998. He is affiliated with Children's of Alabama. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

5406 Highway 280 Ste A101 Hoover, AL 35242
(205) 874-9436

Dr. Shirley is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Shirley's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shirley

4.7
13 ratings, 5 with a written review
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1 star
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Amazing Doctor
My son was having serious issues hearing and his primary doctor kept saying it was just an ear infection. When we took our son to Dr.Shirley, he immediately knew there was something wrong. After he performed surgery on our son, my baby boy cried when he woke up. i asked him if he was in pain? He said, No ma’am, I can hear you….” THAT IS PRICELESS!!! God bless Dr.Shirley!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
Helpful
Hannah – Feb 12, 2023
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We scheduled an appointment for a hearing screening 4 weeks out, received our confirmation email for the date and time of the appointment, even had conversations with the staff regarding the purpose of our visit over the phone. However, when we showed up the morning of our appointment, we were informed that the audiologist was at the airport on her way to Virginia and that no one was aware of our appointment, despite seeing it in their appointment calendar. Our son was out of school and both of
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Brooks Hansen in Mount Olive – Oct 27, 2017
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Dr. Shirley is amazing, performed adenoid and tonsil removal and came in prior surgery to make my 5 year old feel better and to check on us (the nervous parents). He also came in after surgery to give us an in person review of her surgery! If we had to do surgery again, hands down he would be our surgeon.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
Helpful
Chelsea, AL – Aug 09, 2017
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Very kind hearted and knowledgeable. I drive my daughter 2 hours just to use Dr. Shirley. Once I met him, I will not go to anyone else. My daughter has had 2 surgeries with him and he was sure to explain every little detail. He spoke with us before and after the surgery even though he was pressed for time.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Kristyn Chadnler in Montgomery, AL – Jul 10, 2017
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The most compassionate Dr I have ever dealt with. His level of concern and his skill and knowledge while caring for my daughter has been unmatched. I would recommend him to anyone in need of an ENT for their child.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
7 others found this helpful
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Carrie B in Birmingham, AL – May 10, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. William Shirley, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Hoover, AL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1998. He is affiliated with Children's of Alabama. He is accepting new patients.

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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

  • Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh

    Fellowship Hospital, 2005

  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Residency Hospital, 2003

  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1998

  • Baylor University

    Medical School, 1998

  • Southern Methodist University

    Undergraduate School, 1993
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Dr. Shirley is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Unavail5406 Highway 280 Ste A101 Hoover, AL 35242
    1
    Children's of Alabama1600 7th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35233
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Children's of Alabama

      1600 7th Ave S
      Birmingham, AL 35233
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