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Dr. Richard Waguespack Sr, MD

Dr. Richard Waguespack Sr, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Waguespack Sr, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in Birmingham, AL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1975. He is affiliated with UAB Hospital.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

2000 6th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35233

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Waguespack Sr specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. See reviews
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Dr. Waguespack Sr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Waguespack Sr

3.5

8 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 18, 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
What could be improved
No results
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Pam McLeod – Jan 30, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 20, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jo in Vestavia Hills – Mar 20, 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Elizabeth West in Birmingham, AL – Jan 05, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Waguespack Sr, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in Birmingham, AL and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1975. He is affiliated with UAB Hospital.
  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

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

  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1975
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

University of Alabama Health Services Foundation PC2000 6th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35233
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 1:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

UAB Hospital Birmingham619 19th St S Birmingham, AL 35233
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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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