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Dr. John Riser, MD

Neurology*
4.2 (6)
Map Pin Small Birmingham, AL
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. John Riser, MD

Dr. John Riser, MD is a Neurology Specialist in Birmingham, AL. They specialize in Neurology, has 40 years of experience, and is board certified in Neurology. They graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham and is affiliated with Brookwood Baptist Medical Center, DeKalb Regional Medical Center, Ascension St. Vincent's East, East Alabama Medical Center, Huntsville Hospital, Shelby Baptist Medical Center, Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham, North Alabama Medical Center and Thomasville Regional Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Riser an average 4.2 star rating.

Dr. Riser works at Practice in Birmingham, AL. They are accepting new patients and accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and Humana 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. Riser's Office Locations

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    3105 Independence Dr # 105, Birmingham, AL 35209 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 803-2210

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  • Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
  • DeKalb Regional Medical Center
  • Ascension St. Vincent's East
  • East Alabama Medical Center
  • Huntsville Hospital
  • Shelby Baptist Medical Center
  • Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham
  • North Alabama Medical Center
  • Thomasville Regional Medical Center

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    About Dr. John Riser, MD

    Specialties*
    • Neurology

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    Years of Experience
    • 40 years of experience
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    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1134216088
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • University of Alabama at Birmingham
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    • Neurology
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