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If you live in or around Birmingham, UAB Hospital at 1802 6th Ave S is more than just a medical building—it’s the heart of our city’s medical district. Serving the 35233 area and the entire Southeast, it’s one of the biggest and most respected hospitals in the country. While it’s a massive campus, locals know it as the place where you go when you need the absolute best experts in the business. Whether it’s a routine procedure or a complex health mystery, having a world-class facility like this right in our backyard is a huge comfort for Alabama families.
What really distinguishes UAB is its specialized care. They are home to a Level 1 Trauma Center and the only Level IV Neonatal ICU in the state, which is the highest level of care available for the tiniest babies. Beyond emergencies, they are nationally ranked for heart surgery, cancer treatment, and kidney care. A big benefit for patients is that since it’s a teaching hospital, you aren't just getting one doctor; you’re getting a whole team of specialists and researchers who are using the most up-to-date technology and "tomorrow’s medicine" to get you back on your feet.
Navigating such a large campus can feel a bit intimidating, but the hospital has made it much easier for us locals. The 4th Avenue Parking Deck is the main spot for patients and visitors, and there are enclosed skywalks that connect the buildings so you don't have to worry about the weather or crossing busy downtown streets. One "pro tip" for regular visitors is to use the patient portal to message your doctors or check test results, as the phone lines at such a busy center can sometimes be a bit of a wait.
The vibe at UAB is professional but genuinely compassionate. They recently won awards for "Outstanding Patient Experience," and you can feel that effort from the nurses and support staff who work around the clock. It’s also one of the few places in the region that is a designated LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader, making it a welcoming space for everyone in our diverse community. From the high-tech Kirklin Clinic to the specialized Women & Infants Center, it’s a reliable, 24-hour safety net for all of Birmingham.
Business Hours:
Emergency Department: Open 24 Hours, 7 Days a Week, 365 Days a Year
General Visiting Hours: Usually 5:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Check specific units for variations)
Outpatient Clinics: Typically Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
UAB Hospital is a major center for clinical research and the home of some of the top medical programs in America. Our faculty physicians, nursing staff, and support personnel are committed to providing world-class care to every patient.
The centerpiece of UAB’s clinical enterprise, UAB Hospital is located in Birmingham’s Medical District. In the midst of UAB’s major research centers and clinics, the 1,207-licensed-bed hospital is among the 20 largest and best equipped in the nation. We provide patients with a complete range of primary and specialty care services and the most up-to-date treatments and innovations in health care. Here you will receive tomorrow’s medicine today for both routine and complex diagnoses. As a major center for clinical research, you may be offered treatments at UAB Hospital that are unavailable elsewhere in the area.
A few great aspects of UAB Hospital UAB Heart and Vascular Center Level 1 Trauma Burn Center Russell Ambulatory Clinic Women and Infants Center UAB Hospital-Highlands Spain Rehabilitation Center Center for Psychiatric Medicine University Emergency Department Your care and comfort are our goals at UAB Hospital
You have available a powerful Wi-Fi, meals and snacks that patients may order from a room-service menu at any time of the day, a full-service food court, and other snacking, coffee, pastry, and sandwich shop options. Dialing *55 from any hospital telephone reaches someone who can help with any issue a patient or family member may have.
UAB physicians are acknowledged leaders in their specialty fields
They collaborate across disciplines to reach and complete the best personalized treatment plan for each patient, drawing on the vast academic and research resources of UAB to treat even the most difficult cases. Among them is the O’Neal Comprehensive Cancer Center at UAB, the only one in a five-state region. The hospital also participates in the UAB Comprehensive Diabetes Research Center, and all inpatients are checked for glucose abnormalities through the hospital’s innovative Glycemic Control Program. Our highly recognized Neurosciences, Heart/Vascular, Critical Care, and other services also offer the benefit of evidence-based medicine.
Backed by the resources of a “Most Wired” hospital as designated by Wired magazine
Your care is carefully coordinated so everyone is on the same page when caring for you, from admission to hospital discharge and beyond. You also have the benefit of our highly trained and caring nursing staff as indicated by our consecutive designations as a Magnet Hospital.
