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Dr. David McLain, MD

Rheumatology* Age 76
Dr. David McLain, MD
4.4 (99 Ratings)

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Dr. David McLain, MD is a Rheumatologist in Birmingham, AL.
Dr. David McLain, MD
4.4 (99 Ratings)
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Dr. David McLain, MD

Rheumatology* Age 76
Birmingham, AL
Accepting new patients
50 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. David McLain, MD is a Rheumatologist in Birmingham, AL.

About

Dr. David McLain, MD is a Rheumatologist in Birmingham, AL and has 50 years experience. They graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1974 and completed a residency at Barnes - Jewish Hospital|Barnes-Jewish Hospital.They currently practice at McLain Medical Associates, PC and are affiliated with UAB Hospital. Dr. McLain has experience treating conditions like Sjögren's Syndrome, Lupus and Gout among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. McLain received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 99 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. McLain is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Sjögren's Syndrome
Lupus
Gout
Sjögren's Syndrome
Lupus
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Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
Degenerative Disc Disease
Fibromyalgia
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Limb Pain
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoporosis
Systemic Vasculitis
Vasculitis
Steroid Injection
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Arthropathy Associated With Reiters Disease
Autoimmune Diseases
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Behçet's Disease
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Bone Loss
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
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Connective Tissue Disorders
Dermatomyositis
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Temporal Arteritis
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Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
Trigger Finger
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Wrist Pain
Arthrocentesis
Joint Drainage
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Tendon and Bursa Injection
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

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Locations

  1. 1 McLain Medical Associates, PC
    2229 Cahaba Valley Dr, Birmingham, AL 35242

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McLain
4.4
Based on 99 Reviews
5 Stars (79)
4 Stars (5)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (13)

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Patient Reviews
Aug 30, 2024
Many many years of excellent health care given to me and my family(mother, son and myself). Such a compassionate doctor ??.
Elaine Cheatwood — Aug 30, 2024
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Specialties*
Rheumatology
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Tulane University School of Medicine
    1974
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Ochsner Medical Center
    1975
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Barnes - Jewish Hospital|Barnes-Jewish Hospital
    1977
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Washington University
    1979
Fellowship Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. McLain communicate via email?
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Does Dr. McLain offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. McLain offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. McLain have free onsite parking?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. David McLain, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. McLain's profile.

Dr. McLain frequently treats the following conditions: Sjögren's Syndrome, Lupus and Gout. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. David McLain, MD is affiliated with UAB Hospital.

Yes, Dr. David McLain, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UAB Hospital

    1802 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL