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Dr. David Rader, MD

General Surgery
4.7 (25)
Map Pin Small Birmingham, AL
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience

Overview of Dr. David Rader, MD

Dr. David Rader, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Birmingham, AL. They specialize in General Surgery, has 43 years of experience. They graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham and is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham.

Dr. Rader works at David L. Rader, M.d., P.c. in Birmingham, AL with other offices in Pelham, AL. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Rader's Office Locations

  1. 1
    David L. Rader M.d.p.c.
    833 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 202, Birmingham, AL 35205 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 933-8150
  2. 2
    2704 20th St S Ste 100, Birmingham, AL 35209 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 592-1800
  3. 3
    173 Cahaba Valley Pkwy, Pelham, AL 35124 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 928-1821

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  • Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham

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    Jun 28, 2020
    Dr. Rader did my thyroidectomy and did a fabulous job. His entire staff is great to work with.
    Erika — Jun 28, 2020
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    About Dr. David Rader, MD

    Specialties
    • General Surgery
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    Years of Experience
    • 43 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1033108436
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    Education & Certifications

    Internship
    • Mayo Clinic Rochester
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Alabama at Birmingham
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Auburn University
    Undergraduate School

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    Dr. David Rader, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Rader is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Rader has an average wait time of 10 – 15 minutes at their office(s).

    Dr. Rader has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    25 patients have reviewed Dr. Rader. The overall rating for this provider is 4.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Rader.

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