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Dr. Mark Harrigan, MD

Dr. Mark Harrigan, MD

Neurosurgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Mark Harrigan, MD is a neurosurgeon in Birmingham, AL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Harrigan has extensive experience in Neurocritical Care Disorders. He graduated from University of Washington in 1995. He is affiliated with UAB Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

619 19th St S Birmingham, AL 35233

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Harrigan is affiliated with UAB Hospital Birmingham, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Harrigan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Harrigan specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. 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. Harrigan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Harrigan

3.6
14 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
57%
57%
4 star
7%
7%
3 star
7%
7%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
29%
29%

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27yrs of Exp as a doctor, not a caring human
I was referred to Dr. Harrigan by my ENT doctor because he was having problems finding a solution for my pulsatile tinnitus. The constant whooshing in my ear was getting too much to bare. I was told Dr. Harrigan was the best and he could give me relief. His nurse was amazing and helpful so I initially felt comfortable. Then here comes Dr. Harrigan with the worse bedside manners I had ever seen as a patient and a Healthcare worker. I ignored the rudeness, due to being desperate to gain relief. He performed an angiogram, gave me a recommendation to lose weight and/or undergo this very invasive procedure. I lost the weight (more than what he recommended) and nothing changed. He blew me off after I lost the weight and I even considered getting the surgery because I still suffered. He showed 0 compassion for what I was going through! I wish I had started with the doctor who actually cared and cured me (Dr. Patsalidas). I would never recommend Dr. Harrigan. It's trauma thinking about it.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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L. Miller – Sep 15, 2023
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I suffered a brain bleed in 2014 Dr.Harrigan saved my life I went to bed an never woke up my wife found me unresponsive when she found me I was also not breathing she started to PRAY long story short was life flight to UAB Dr.Harrigan did surgery repaired the the Aneurysm reputure that was 3years ago I am now fine.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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David in Oxford al – Dec 07, 2017
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My daughter saw Dr. Harrigan, after being ref. by a vascular surgeon. He never laid a finger on her! He basically told us that the ref. should have never been made with him (although he had spoken with the ref. dr and said he needed to see her) He appeared disgusted with the test/treatment the ref dr had done. We live 4 hours away and drove up the night before, since he will only see new pts on Tues @8am. Needless to say, I was very disappointed with our wasted, expensive visit.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
1 other person found this helpful
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Dothan, AL – Nov 01, 2017
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Having blurry vision and pain on my left side. My primary doctor wanting me to the ER. I was their about 12 hours. Dr. Harrigan came in to let me know that they found a tumor on the left side of my brain. He walked me through each step as well as his nurse Tracey Taylor. I prayed to God that I turn this over to him, in order him to through Dr. Harrigan. They were with me through this whole process. He agreed God truly is amazing, he thought it was cancerous. God blessed me with the staff.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
8 others found this helpful
Helpful
A. Fox in Marion, AL – May 21, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Mark Harrigan, MD is a neurosurgeon in Birmingham, AL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Harrigan has extensive experience in Neurocritical Care Disorders. He graduated from University of Washington in 1995. He is affiliated with UAB Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Neurosurgery

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  • University Of Washington

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
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Dr. Harrigan is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    University of Alabama Hospital619 19th St S Birmingham, AL 35233
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    Office510 20th St S Birmingham, AL 35233
    2

    Practice

    University of Alabama Health Services Foundation PC2000 6th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35233
    3

    Practice

    University of Rochester601 Elmwood Ave Rochester, NY 14642
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • UAB Hospital

      1802 6th Ave S
      Birmingham, AL 35233
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

      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.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% 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
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