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Dr. Joseph Frenette, MD

Dr. Joseph Frenette, MD

Pain Medicine Anesthesiology*

Dr. Joseph Frenette, MD is a pain medicine anesthesiologist in Birmingham, AL. He is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham. He is accepting new patients.

3 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 3 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

5057 Pinnacle Sq Birmingham, AL 35235

Make an Appointment

(205) 655-9222

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Frenette is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham Birmingham, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Frenette specializes in the area of Anesthesiology. • See board certifications
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Frenette's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Frenette

3.0
4 ratings, 3 with a written review
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Very knowledgeable Dr
Dr Frenette and his entire staff were very professional and friendly and knowledgeable. He took the time to listen to me then asked me questions then Recommended a treatment . A month later and I’m doing great . I highly recommend Dr Frenette.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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May 17, 2023
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While this doctor was very friendly and took the time necessary to answer my questions I was very disappointed in his sales pitches for Suboxone. He believes it works as a pain management approach. It does not and is much more addictive and dangerous than traditional opioid medications. I have been dealing with pain for decades. Some days worse than others, some not so bad. I do not drink or use drugs and have never had a problem with addiction. I have a regular doctor that I see but wanted to try a different approach with procedures and meds instead of just meds. I was very surprised and disappointed with how much this doctor pushed one specific medication with no alternatives offered.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Dec 01, 2020
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Dr. Frenette was an exceptional doctor, and I had a great experience, and continue to do so!
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
2 others found this helpful
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Birmingham, AL – Oct 03, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

We are here to help understand your condition and to serve you appropriately.  We will take care of you.

biography

I love being a doctor, working with my team, helping patients.....and cycling of course.

  • Pain Medicine Anesthesiology

  • Anesthesiology

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

  • University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center (upmc)

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991

  • University Of Montreal / Faculty Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1988

  • Notre Dame Hosp/univ Of Montreal

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • College Of Trois Rivieres

    Undergraduate School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
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Anesthesiology
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Locations

Practice

Preferred Pain Associates of Alabama PC5057 Pinnacle Sq Birmingham, AL 35235
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham

    810 Saint Vincents Dr
    Birmingham, AL 35205
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    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.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% 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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