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Dr. Christopher Truss, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 75
Dr. Christopher Truss, MD
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Dr. Christopher Truss, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Birmingham, AL.
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Dr. Christopher Truss, MD

Gastroenterology* Age 75
Birmingham, AL
Accepting new patients
49 years of experience
Dr. Christopher Truss, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Birmingham, AL.

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Dr. Truss graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Christopher Truss, MD is a Gastroenterologist in Birmingham, AL and has 49 years experience. Dr. Truss currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with UAB Hospital. At present, Dr. Truss received an average rating of 1.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 10 times. Dr. Truss' office accepts new patients. Dr. Truss is board certified in Gastroenterology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Gallbladder Scan
Hepatitis A Screening
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Locations

  1. 1 The Kirklin Clinic
    2000 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 934-6060
  2. 2 Office
    2000 6th Ave S Fl 1, Birmingham, AL 35233
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 996-4744
  3. 3 Mary Lewis Skilled Nursing Facility
    1717 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (800) 822-8816

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Specialties*
Gastroenterology
Internal Medicine
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Education

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Medical Education
  • University of Alabama at Birmingham
    1976
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Board Certifications

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  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Christopher Truss, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Truss' profile.

Dr. Christopher Truss, MD is affiliated with UAB Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Christopher Truss, MD holds board certification in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UAB Hospital

    1802 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL