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Dr. Andres Torres, MD

Dr. Andres Torres, MD

Hematology & Oncology*

Dr. Andres Torres, MD is a hematologist oncologist in Birmingham, AL. He is affiliated with UAB Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

619 19th St S Birmingham, AL 35249

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(205) 996-6074

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Torres is affiliated with UAB Hospital Birmingham, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • 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
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Dr. Torres' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Torres

3.1
15 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
53%
53%
4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
47%
47%

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I was so blessed to have Dr. Forero as my doctor. I was dx at 37 with triple positive breast cancer. I went to him as a second opinion and immediately knew I wanted him to be my oncologist. He is such a positive uplifting presence as was so comforting and even supported me in not choosing recon. He is so dedicated to finding a cure that he's now in genetic research. I miss him all of the time. I am so thankful he was my doctor during my fight for cancer.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Apr 03, 2019
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I was under the care of this doctor for a year for breast cancer. He was both sarcastic and degrading to me as a very ill patient, to the point of making joking comments about my dying and yelled at me and my spouse. I did not file a complaint, however I should have. The joke however, is on him because contrary to his negative statements, 3 years later I am alive and well no thanks to him. I would never use him again or recommend him. Obviously the Hippocratic Oath was meaningless to him. Beware
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
AL – Feb 04, 2019
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The staff is friendly and helpful. The doctor talked down on me, rushed through the appointment, dismissed my concerns. All he wanted to talk about was his own accomplishments, kept pushing for a research study and wanted me to sign up for it without even reading it. A nightmare.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
John Crest in Mobile, AL – Jul 02, 2017
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Anyone who would not give Dr. Forero five stars is hard for me to believe. I have been his patient for five years and I have referred numerous people to him with amazing results. I have total confidence in him and he is a leader in his field. I trusted him with my life five years ago and would highly suggest if you get devastating news that you trust this man. He is an amazing person and world renowned doctor we are so lucky to have him at UAB
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
Helpful
Maudie Bedford in Russellville AL – Jun 08, 2017
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Should of posted this a long time ago but actually didn't know this was available. Diagnosed with Breast Cancer in 2008, Dr. Forero-Torres is a warm caring compassionate Dr. I have yearly checkups and have been cancer free as of 2010. He never let me have a pity party and always lifted my spirits. I would recommend Dr. Forero-Torres to anyone diagonosed with cancer, with God,Dr. Helen Krontiras and Dr. Forero I am alive and cancer free, ready for year 6 now. I Love you Dr. Forero
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
Helpful
Michelle Tice in Ethelsville, AL – Jun 26, 2016
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BC diagnosed by UAB Breast Care Center, Dec 2015. Many tests performed prior to learning I have Stage 4, Dr Forero prescribed Ibrance 100 mg and Letrozole 2.5 mg estrogen blocker for me beginning 1/28/16. My 2nd PET scan taken 3/2816 shows NO CANCER!!! I'm still in shock... Yes, it was Stage 4 HER2 on right breast, lymph nodes and left lung, all biopsies-all positive! I'm so glad I called UAB instead of a general surgeon; that would've been fatal! And now, 55 chemo pills later, I'm CANCER FREE
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Pam Hunter in Montevallo AL – Mar 31, 2016
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Dr. Andres Torres, MD is a hematologist oncologist in Birmingham, AL. He is affiliated with UAB Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Hematology & Oncology

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Locations

Practice

UAB Hospital Birmingham619 19th St S Birmingham, AL 35249
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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

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