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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.
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Dr. David McLain, MD

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

Offers telehealth

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

About

Dr. McLain graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1974 and completed a residency at Barnes - Jewish Hospital.Dr. David McLain, MD is a Rheumatologist in Birmingham, AL and has 51 years experience. Dr. McLain currently practices 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. Dr. McLain's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. McLain is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

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

Internship
  • Ochsner Medical Center
    1975
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Barnes - Jewish Hospital
    1977
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Washington University
    1979
Fellowship Hospital
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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