In regards to Alabama Orthopaedic Clinic in Mobile, AL, more specifically, Dr Matthew Barber...(I…read morehave not experienced any other professional at this facility): I am certain that Dr. Matthew Barber truly is the excellent surgeon that he boasts in all of his muscle-bare posters scattered every 15 feet or so throughout the clinic. But only as long as you have the proper insurance and can pay the additional thousands of dollars in co-pays and additional fees. BUT, if you DON'T have the proper insurance, and a wad of cash stashed under your mattress, well then, you might as well just move along. That is to say, within the constraints of your physical ability to move at all! So if you find, while trying to find other means of obtaining the procedure you so desperately need, that you only require a minimal form to accompany an application for said assistance, in order to get back being a productive member of society, don't expect any help with that! A simple form, a half page piece of paper, nothing more than a few scribbles, the only thing left standing in the way of just sending the application for assistance....well, you better just go back and start over with another, EQUALLY talented surgeon, because Dr. Matthew Barber just doesn't have time to consider anything that he cannot place on his list of super-human achievements.

The wait time wasn't so bad. The staff is considerate and professional. I went in for steroid shots…read morein my neck and Dr Cockrell was my doctor and he is very explanatory and very caring in the way he talks to you. They always make sure you're alright through the entire process. I am picky about everything and especially my personal doctor. I live almost an hour from mobile in traffic, in Daphne and I will continue to travel that distance because of Dr Cockrell and his staff.

I needed a knee replacement. Spent 5 minutes talking to him. I told him I would need home health…read moresince I live alone. He brushed me off said "Oh, they (case mgmt, nurse?) will take care of all that". Scheduled my surgery for 7 weeks later. 1 week before surgery and I haven't heard a peep from anyone. NOTHING is set up. No home health, no assistance of any kind. I live alone, have a flight of stairs to climb to get into my apartment, have no one to assist me, drive me. Finally get a call from his nurse just days before surgery, she's nasty, blames me for their failure. Still nothing set up. They have done nothing. It's all about the $. They made sure they got their money first.

I am one week out from having hip replacement surgery and am walking with little to no help! Dr…read more Zarzour had me walking the same day of surgery, and the next day I walked the hallway before I was discharged. He did an excellent job, as did the whole team at the Mobile Infirmary. I highly recommend him for join replacement and I am sure, for any other procedures he performs. I highly recommend him!

Dr. Barber did my right knee a few years ago and I am very happy with his work. It took several…read moremonths but I am back to normal when it comes to my knees. Esecially if you consider how much I hurt before the new knee. I highly recomend Dr. Barber for knee replacment.

Always tested great, prompt service, and a year after having both knees replaced I would do it…read moreagain.

The care that they give is %100. I understand when they are busy with lines they can get pretty…read morelong and I recognize that the phone will be ringing off the hook but to be fair it's important to get the phone and I understand going on hold but certainly not for almost 30 minutes. At some point the person that is on hold is important too. I've been in a position where I had to wait on clients in line and on the phone before but I can tell you I have never left someone on hold for that long! I ended up Hanoi and calling back only to be put on hold for another 10 minutes. I love how I am treated here and the type of care they provide is the best I have had! I get my ankles and back taken care of here and now my knee so I should know the quality of care they give.

Doctor was totally understanding my problem in my hand. Had several x-rays of both hands then did…read morea physical exam and gave me several options of treatments.

There are a few spots to park in shade and around back there is plenty of parking also…read more When you enter you must read the signs to figure out where to go. Then check in on a kiosk. If you ask the people at the desk, they just instruct you to check in on the kiosk into which you are to enter in your insurance and social security number along with scanning your insurance cards and drivers license. On one hand I like that other people aren't handling your information, on the other it's very impersonal and the people at the desk seem like they don't want to be bothered (due to the eye roll) and I should've obviously seen and known that I'm supposed use the kiosk to check in. Then you have to read the signs to determine which side of waiting room to sit on for which ever doctor you are to see. The X-ray tech was very nice, fast and professional. The physical therapy staff are all very sweet and professional. The Doctor was excellent and I am very impressed with the efficiency of the office overall. Highly recommend.

Had to take my 81year old Mother in to see Dr Swigler today for a broken wrist from a fall. He was…read moreabsolutely excellent! Very caring and extremely kind! I would highly recommend him!!

After many years of pain Dr Petersen and staff was able to fix my problems. I have 3 fused…read morevertebrae and endured no pain or problems since. I recommend him to anyone who has back problems

From the owner: Bendt P. Petersen, III, M.D…read more Spine Specialist Dr. Petersen graduated from The University of Alabama with a bachelor's degree in biochemistry and biology. He received his medical degree from The University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine. After completing a residency in orthopaedic surgery, he completed fellowship training in orthopaedic and neurosurgical spine surgery at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Petersen is board-certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and specializes in conditions of the spine. He is a member of most area hospital staffs. Additionally, he is an adjunct professor of orthopaedic surgery at the University of South Alabama and a United States Army Flight Surgeon. Credentials Undergraduate The University of Alabama Medical School Doctorate of Medicine, The University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Medicine Residency Orthopaedic Surgery Fellowship Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical Spine Surgery, Harvard Medical School Certification Board-Certified, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Dr Bowden and his team are amazing. He is very knowledgeable about spine surgery and made my live…read moreso much easier. I had a spinal fusion and fractured my sacral bone on both sides. He repaired all of that for me. I highly recommend this doctor.

Yesterday was my first visit to this location of Gulf Orthopaedics. I recommend Dr. Bowen! BUT I do…read morenot recommend the young man at the check-in desk. He was on his phone and kept talking--I could tell it was a personal call, as I could hear every word he was saying. Thus, I had to stand there at the desk and wait for several minutes while he kept talking. He was facing me the entire time, so it's not like he didn't know I was there. Not professional at all. Gave me a bad initial impression of the prac. BUT AGAIN , Dr Bowen was amazing!

Highly inappropriate office visit with my mother, I was asking her if she was in pain - he turned…read moreand rudely asked me to be seated by slightly pushing my arm. Highly disappointed in this encounter and the 1 1/2 hrs wait, would not recommend.

I saw Dr. Jason Determann today for a popping and occasional pain after working out in my shoulder…read more As a member of Orangetheory Fitness and relying on my body as a student in the healthcare field, I don't like to be idle for long. So when some discomfort arose in my shoulder after a workout, and persisted for several weeks with certain moves, I decided to get it checked out. The wait in the waiting room was super quick. I was halfway through my first page of paperwork when I was called back for x-rays. The x-rays took very little time, and I was placed in an exam room to wait for the doctor. My time in the exam room before Dr. Determann came in was about 45 minutes, but I didn't mind. It's a busy facility with their own rehab center inside, so I'm sure he's busy between scheduled patients and popping over to the rehabilitation side of things as needed. He listened to my concerns and to me explain what happened when I started noticing popping and slight pain. He worked my shoulder, testing my movements and range of motion, and he felt around on my shoulder blade until he could pinpoint where the popping was occurring. He reviewed my x-rays with me and explained what was happening. Thankfully, I have a minor issue that simply needs some rehabilitation for strengthening! Nothing is wrong with my actual shoulder! I appreciated the time and effort of an appointment with him. Not once did I feel shrugged off or rushed. I left with some relief of knowing I don't have anything damaged at all, and it's great to know I can return here to be in great hands while strengthening a weak spot!

Another day, another billing issue. My co-pay for surgery with BCBS is supposed to be $450. Billing…read moredepartment said no, there are exceptions and it'll cost you $3000 plus. So I pay it. Morning of surgery I'm asked to pay another $450. Amateur hour at Bayside Orthopedic billing department.