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Dr. Joseph Lucas, MD

Dr. Joseph Lucas, MD

Psychiatry*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Lucas, MD is a psychiatrist in Birmingham, AL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lucas has extensive experience in Psychotic Disorders, Personality Disorders, and Addiction & Substance Abuse. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities Prattville Baptist Hospital and Baptist Medical Center South. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

2200 Lakeshore Dr Ste 150 Birmingham, AL 35209
Telehealth available

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Dr. Lucas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lucas

2.9
21 ratings, 6 with a written review
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Hands-down… A 20 year mental health patient….
…A 20 year mental health patient and I have never yet to find a doctor exactly is understanding and who actually hears me out not just listens but hear’s me out… is none other than Dr. Lucus…. From the first time that I was very antsy and very nervous to meet, Dr. Joseph Lucus, after meeting him… I felt foolish for ever being scared or anxious… However, that’s exactly what I am to the bone is a very very very nervous and anxious person… I knew that visiting this doctor would help me.After praying upon whether this would be the right fit for me is something that a lot of us do, therefore, I prayed upon this doctor and God being by my side on that first visit and he was because the doctor got everything that I needed to say and understood it Crystal clearly… I hope to never change doctors at least for my mental health, because I finally have found someone who will listen to me.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Shannon C – Oct 10, 2024
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Very fine dr. I am so glad he is my dr.
He is very proffessional, answers your questions, & really cares about his patients. Staff is very nice & polite. Waiting time was very short.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Barbara Smith – Dec 02, 2023
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You were my one of my psychiatrists I had when I was in foster care and at the King's Ranch and... I really wish they wouldn't let people like you or I'm sorry doctors and psychiatrists like you treat kids especially kids who have been through traumatic events. Or who have been in the system and who have been through traumatic events? Has it ever once crossed your mind that you You're actually supposed to be helping these kids and caring and listening in the same goes for adults?? society .. They don't always see the disabled like us.... Cuz we're not in a wheelchair or it's not visible.l On a side note despite all the uphill uphill uphill battles.... I'm lucky that I finally started letting go of the anger and was ready to accept that I needed to get help for my mental stability.... I will never forget Dr Vaughn or Dr Goldblatt those at the ranch.. And those to always knew I had it in me.... Just like you need to humble yourself and realize the damage that you can do to people.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 others found this helpful
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Christina Tate – Aug 23, 2021
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Very condescending doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Apr 28, 2021
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Televisits were terrible. He was late for every single one!! The last one that I was scheduled for (5th and FINAL!)I called the office after waiting 25 minutes. The staff told me to hold on as he was in his office. They came back after a few minutes and then said that he was out sick. No reply when I asked why I was not notified. I left my computer on the site. He finally appeared and was calling my name and telling me that his staff was supposed to let me knjow. I could hear him, but I never acknowledged him. I fired him!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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T. Stan – Feb 09, 2021
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I have been treated for depression for over 20 years and have seen many doctors. Dr. Lucas has helped me more than any other Dr.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
9 others found this helpful
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Denise Barry in Birmingham, AL – Feb 10, 2016
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Dr. Joseph Lucas, MD is a psychiatrist in Birmingham, AL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Lucas has extensive experience in Psychotic Disorders, Personality Disorders, and Addiction & Substance Abuse. He graduated from...read more
  • Psychiatry

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  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Psychiatry
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Locations

Practice

Grayson and Associates PC2200 Lakeshore Dr Ste 150 Birmingham, AL 35209
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Office100 Concourse Pkwy Ste 101 Hoover, AL 35244
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Practice

Whatley Health Services Inc809 University Blvd E Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Prattville Baptist Hospital

    124 S Memorial Dr
    Prattville, AL 36067
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Baptist Medical Center South

    2105 E South Blvd
    Montgomery, AL 36116
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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