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Dr. J Bradley Cavender, MD

Dr. J Bradley Cavender, MD

Cardiology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. J Bradley Cavender, MD is a cardiologist in Vestavia Hills, AL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Cavender has extensive experience in Interventional Cardiac Procedures, Heart Conditions, and Adult Congenital Heart Conditions. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities Brookwood Baptist Medical Center and Grandview Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 54 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (54 reviews)

Cardiovascular Associates Of The Southeast (CVA)

200 Montgomery Hwy Ste 225 Vestavia Hills, AL 35216

Dr. Cavender is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Cavender specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine & Interventional Cardiology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Cavender's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cavender

4.8

54 ratings, 34 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Beverly Moore – Jan 17, 2025
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Sandra M Carlisle – Oct 16, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Mary Hawkins – Sep 12, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 people found this helpful
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Pelham, AL – Jun 27, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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Wayne D. Teel in Amma, WV – Aug 12, 2017
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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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Bryan in Fultondale, AL – Apr 26, 2017
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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
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R. L. in Chelsea, AL – Apr 05, 2017
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Kathy M in Hueytown, AL – Jan 31, 2017
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Fred in Birmingham, AL – Jan 31, 2017
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Tammy walters in Alabaster,al – Jan 27, 2017
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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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Danny l. Phillips in Gadsden, AL – Jan 23, 2017
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Michael Anthony Shaneyfelt in Trussville, AL – Jan 22, 2017
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Birmingham, AL – Jan 18, 2017
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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
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R. K. Frederick in Montgomery, AL – Jan 18, 2017
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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
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William Heard in Birmingham, AL – Jan 17, 2017
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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
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Bob in Tuscumbia, AL – Jan 17, 2017
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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
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DVines in Birmingham, ALz – Jan 17, 2017
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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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Kerusso924 in Birmingham, AL – Jan 17, 2017
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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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Mark in Florence Al – Jan 17, 2017
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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
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Richard Mintz in Cedar Bluff, AL – Jan 16, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Brad Cavender is a distinguished interventional cardiologist known for his work with complex coronary, peripheral vascular, carotid, aortic and venous interventions. Dr Cavender has been practicing as a general and interventional cardiologist...read more

biography

Dr. Brad Cavender is a distinguished interventional cardiologist known for his work with complex coronary, peripheral vascular, carotid, aortic and venous interventions. Dr. Cavender has been practicing as a general and interventional cardiologist...read more
  • Cardiology

  • Interventional Cardiology

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  • University Of Alabama Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1987
  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham Heersink School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1984
  • University Of North Alabama

    Undergraduate School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
Internal Medicine
Interventional Cardiology
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  • Spanish

Dr. Cavender is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

  • Best Doctors in America, 2008,2009,

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Locations

Cardiovascular Associates Of The Southeast (CVA)

Cardiovascular Associates Of The Southeast (CVA)200 Montgomery Hwy Ste 225 Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
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Cardiovascular Associates Of The Southeast (CVA)3980 Colonnade Pkwy Birmingham, AL 35243
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Grandview Medical Center

    3690 Grandview Pkwy
    Birmingham, AL 35243

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Brookwood Baptist Medical Center

    2010 Brookwood Medical Ctr Dr
    Birmingham, AL 35209
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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