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Dr. William Shirley, MD

Dr. William Shirley, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
25+ years of experience

Dr. William Shirley, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Hoover, AL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1998. He is affiliated with Children's of Alabama. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

5406 Highway 280 Ste A101 Hoover, AL 35242
(205) 874-9436

Dr. Shirley is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
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Dr. Shirley's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shirley

4.7

13 ratings, 5 with a written review
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1 Star
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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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Hannah – Feb 12, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Brooks Hansen in Mount Olive – Oct 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
No results
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Chelsea, AL – Aug 09, 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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Kristyn Chadnler in Montgomery, AL – Jul 10, 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
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Carrie B in Birmingham, AL – May 10, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. William Shirley, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Hoover, AL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1998. He is affiliated with Children's of Alabama. He is accepting new patients.

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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

  • Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh

    Fellowship Hospital, 2005

  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Residency Hospital, 2003

  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1998

  • Baylor University

    Medical School, 1998

  • Southern Methodist University

    Undergraduate School, 1993
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Dr. Shirley is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Unavail5406 Highway 280 Ste A101 Hoover, AL 35242
    1
    Children's of Alabama1600 7th Ave S Birmingham, AL 35233
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Children's of Alabama

      1600 7th Ave S
      Birmingham, AL 35233
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