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Dr. Robert Edwards, MD

Dr. Robert Edwards, MD

Geriatric Medicine*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Edwards, MD is a geriatric medicine physician in Alexander City, AL and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine in 2011. He is affiliated with Russell Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

3504 Highway 280 Alexander City, AL 35010
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(256) 329-7887
Patient Favorite Award

Dr. Edwards is a patient favorite Geriatric Medicine Physician

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  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Edwards specializes in the areas of Family Practice & Geriatric Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Edwards' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Edwards

4.5

28 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
82%
82%
4 Star
7%
7%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
7%
7%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Evie West – Dec 15, 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
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 15, 2023
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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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Lois, Alex City – Jul 11, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 people found this helpful
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Aug 03, 2021
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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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Christie Magera – Jan 20, 2021
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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
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Emily Sprayberry – Oct 22, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Melissa Wesley – Jan 13, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 05, 2018
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jesus Ramos in Alexander City, AL – Nov 05, 2018
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Steve in Jacksons Gap, AL – Sep 12, 2018
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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
Billie in Sylacauga AL – Nov 19, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Chelsea, AL – Sep 11, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Alexander City, AL – Feb 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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Melissa Chicha in Alexander City, AL – May 19, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

After practicing primary care at Russell Medicall for 9 years, I am currently participating in a Geriatric fellowship at UAB.   I will return in August of 2023 as a Geriatric Specialist (or Advanced Care Specialist).  Our team will...read more

  • Geriatric Medicine

  • Family Medicine

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  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham Heersink School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2011

  • Uab-huntsville Family Medicine Residency

    Internship Hospital, 2011

  • Auburn University

    Undergraduate School, 2007
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Geriatric Medicine
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Patient Favorite Award

Dr. Edwards is a patient favorite Geriatric Medicine Physician

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office3504 Highway 280 Alexander City, AL 35010
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    Practice

    Medical Park Optical Inc.3368 Highway 280 Alexander City, AL 35010
    2

    Practice

    Russell Medical3316 Highway 280 Alexander City, AL 35010
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    Practice

    Office3520 Highway 280 Alexander City, AL 35010
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Russell Medical Center

      3316 Highway 280
      Alexander City, AL 35010

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

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