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Dr. Henry Bernard Townsend M.D.

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

4/5(14)
1201 11th Ave S Birmingham AL, 35205
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Dr. Henry Townsend is a rheumatologist practicing in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Townsend specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases and systematic autoimmune conditions that can affect the bones, muscles or bones. Eventually, if not treated, these illnesses can also impact the skin, eyes, nervous system and internal organs. Dr. Townsend treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.

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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 22 years of experience

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Dr. Henry Bernard Townsend M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 1201 11th Ave S

1201 11th Ave S -
Birmingham, AL 35205
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New patients: 205-978-4968, 205-930-7296
Fax: 205-930-7256

2145 HIGHLAND AVE S -
BIRMINGHAM, AL 35205
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New patients: 972-821-9878
Fax: 205-933-6400

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Patient Experience with Dr. Townsend


4.0

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Dr. Henry Bernard Townsend M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 14 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Rheumatologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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