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Dr. Donald Slappey Jr, MD

Dr. Donald Slappey Jr, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Donald Slappey Jr, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Birmingham, AL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint Vincent's East and Saint Vincent's Saint Clair. He is accepting new patients.

2.4 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 2.4 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

52 Medical Park Dr E Ste 220 Birmingham, AL 35235

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Slappey Jr is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Blount Oneonta, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Slappey Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Slappey Jr

2.4

25 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
28%
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4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
64%
64%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Jan 25, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Disgruntled Ex-patient – Aug 07, 2021
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
That Girl – Mar 06, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Susan Wistrand – May 22, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nathap in Birmingham, AL – Jun 23, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Birmingham, AL – Apr 27, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 12, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Birmingham, AL – Feb 17, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Donald Slappey Jr, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Birmingham, AL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint Vincent's East and Saint Vincent's Saint Clair. He is accepting new patients.
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Medical School, 1979
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Locations

Practice

Jason D. Cobb MD LLC52 Medical Park Dr E Ste 220 Birmingham, AL 35235
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ascension St. Vincent's Blount

    150 Gilbreath Dr
    Oneonta, AL 35121
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Saint Vincent's Saint Clair

    7063 Veterans Pkwy
    Pell City, AL 35125
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Saint Vincent's East

    50 Medical Park Dr E
    Birmingham, AL 35235

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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