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Dr. James Faulkner, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 72
Dr. James Faulkner, MD
4.8 (51 Ratings)
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Dr. James Faulkner, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Birmingham, AL.
Dr. James Faulkner, MD
4.8 (51 Ratings)
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Dr. James Faulkner, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery* Age 72
Birmingham, AL
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience
Dr. James Faulkner, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Birmingham, AL.

About

Dr. Faulkner graduated from University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine in 1981 and completed a residency at University of Alabama Hospital.Dr. James Faulkner, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Birmingham, AL and has 43 years experience. Dr. Faulkner currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Grandview Medical Center. At present, Dr. Faulkner received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 51 times. Dr. Faulkner's office accepts new patients.

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Ankle Fracture
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Ankle Fracture
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Ankle Fracture
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Autoimmune Diseases
Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Bone Disorders
Cancer
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Coccygeal Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Foot Conditions
Fracture
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Hand Conditions
Heel Spur
Herniated Disc
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Knee Disorders
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Myelopathy
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Pathological Spine Fracture
Polyneuropathy
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Radiculopathy
Sacrum Disorders
Sciatica
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Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Disorders
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Trigger Finger
Upper Back Pain
Disc Replacement
Endoscopic Spine Surgery
Fracture Care
Herniated Disc Surgery
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Laminoforaminotomy
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Somatic Nerve Block
Spinal Compression Fracture Repair
Spinal Fusion
Spine Fracture Treatment
Spine Surgery
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

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  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus

Locations

  1. 1 Birmingham Orthopedics & Spine Specialists
    4600 Highway 280 Ste 200, Birmingham, AL 35242
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    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Faulkner
4.8
Based on 51 Reviews
5 Stars (48)
4 Stars (0)
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1 Star (3)

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Patient Reviews
Jan 25, 2024
He’s done two major surgeries on me with zero complications. I’m extremely active now and I couldn’t thank him enough! I’ve recommended him numerous times through the years. He’s a fun down to Earth good dude and awesome surgeon.
Glenn Herrington — Jan 25, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Spine Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine
    1981
Medical Education

Internship

Internship
  • Baptist Health System
    1982
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Alabama Hospital
    1983
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Leatherman Spine Center
    1989
Fellowship Hospital
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Dr. James Faulkner, MD is affiliated with Grandview Medical Center.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Grandview Medical Center

    3690 Grandview Pkwy, Birmingham, AL