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Dr. Julius Tooson, MD

Dr. Julius Tooson, MD

Gastroenterology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Julius Tooson, MD is a gastroenterologist in Tuscaloosa, AL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1991. He is affiliated with DCH Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 37 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (37 reviews)

Practice

1774 McFarland Blvd N Tuscaloosa, AL 35406

Make an Appointment

(205) 759-2920

Dr. Tooson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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. Tooson specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Tooson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tooson

4.4

37 ratings, 12 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
Helpful
TK Workman – Feb 23, 2024
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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
Michael Bownes – Jan 25, 2020
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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
Sam Das in Tuscaloosa alabama – Apr 10, 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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mona Haslop in Tuscaloosa, AL – Apr 09, 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
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Shelly in Tuscaloosa, AL – Apr 01, 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
James Hollingsworth in Northport, AL – Mar 30, 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
B, Rhodes, PhD in New Orleans, LA – Mar 21, 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
Helpful
Justin Ingram in Tuscaloosa, AL – Mar 17, 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Tuscaloosa, AL – Mar 02, 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
Helpful
Larry Earl Yates, Sr. in Epes, AL – Feb 27, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Charles wilson in Tuscaloosa AL – Feb 04, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Anonymous in Tuscaloosa, AL – Jan 10, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I believe strongly in the sanctity of the doctor-patient relationship. I believe in the importance of listening to my patients. In order to help people, one has to listen rather than lecture to them.

  • Gastroenterology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Ky

    Fellowship Hospital, 1996

  • Mayo Grad School Med

    Internship Hospital, 1992

  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Medical School, 1991

  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham Heersink School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991

  • University Of Alabama

    Undergraduate School, 1987
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Tooson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    G. I Associates of West Alabama PC1774 McFarland Blvd N Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
    1

    Practice

    North River Surgical Center LLC301 Rice Mine Rd NE Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • DCH Regional Medical Center

      809 University Blvd E
      Tuscaloosa, AL 35401

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

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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