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Dr. Scott Appell, MD

Dr. Scott Appell, MD

Hip & Knee Orthopedics*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Scott Appell, MD is an orthopedic hip & knee surgery specialist in Vestavia, AL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with Grandview Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 143 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (143 reviews)

Lemak Health

5018 Cahaba River Rd Vestavia, AL 35243

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(205) 397-5200

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Appell specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Appell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Appell

4.7
143 ratings, 110 with a written review
5 star
92%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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he is a wonderful and amazing doctor i would not have another doctor this is the second time i had this done it is amazing all the staff is so amazing they are so nice and answer every question nothing is left undone
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
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Michele B. – Jun 28, 2024
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great
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
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Robert L. – Jun 28, 2024
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great
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
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William P. – Jun 28, 2024
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This has been a great experience. Dr.Appell is great and his office is always quick and responsive. His staff is always so nice and easy to work with. They always have a smile and answer all my questions or concerns.
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
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Tom W. – Jun 25, 2024
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fantastic in every aspect
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
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Marie M. – Jun 21, 2024
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Dr. Appell and his staff were excellent. I would recommend them to everyone
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
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C. S. – Jun 21, 2024
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Dr. Appell and his staff are amazing.. He is a great listener and really takes the time needed to make you feel good about whats going on. Great surgeon!
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
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K. P. – Jun 21, 2024
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The MD explained my condition and explained what my option were. He made me feel comfortable and I knew he had my best interest at heart. My visit was very reassurance and I felled comfortable having him perform my surgery
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
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Cassandra R. – Jun 14, 2024
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super
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
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Russell H. – Jun 14, 2024
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Dr.Appell and his staff were all great. My partial Knee replacement experience went exactly how he explained it. I will be back for the other one to be done in a couple years.
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
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Chris K. – Jun 14, 2024
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very good staff
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
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Rodney C. – Jun 14, 2024
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I was apprehensive about going to the surgery center and going home that day. It was a wonderful experience! Dr. Appell is my hero! The surgery was a success, and I had very little pain. I have progressed way faster than others that I have heard of. I so appreciate them, and I am telling everyone.... Go see Dr. Appell!!!
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
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Donna H. – Jun 07, 2024
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Excellent, listened and addressed all my concerns.
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
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R. M. – Jun 04, 2024
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Awesome!!!
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
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Faye B. – May 10, 2024
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Dr Appell was on time, explained things in layman terms and was very positive
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
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Ronald C. – May 10, 2024
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just a great experience. Dr Appell is really niceand explained everything very well
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
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Dawn C. – May 07, 2024
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Postive
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
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William M. – Mar 01, 2024
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I would highly recommend Dr. Appell. Extremely knowledgeable and very easy to talk too.
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
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Mary M. M. – Mar 01, 2024
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very good
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
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Mary D. – Mar 01, 2024
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verygood
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
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D B. B. – Feb 20, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

Scott Appell, MD is the Director of Adult Reconstruction at Grandview Hospital in Birmingham and a founding member of the Anterior Hip Foundation.

biography

Scott Appell, MD is the Director of Adult Reconstruction at Grandview Hospital and a founding member of the Anterior Hip Foundation. He specializes in anterior hip replacement, outpatient joint replacement, total knee replacement, partial knee...read more

  • Hip & Knee Orthopedics

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  • Private Practice - Group/partnership

  • University Of Alabama Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1988

  • University Of Florida College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986

  • University Of Florida

    Undergraduate School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Lemak Health

Lemak Health5018 Cahaba River Rd Vestavia, AL 35243
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Grandview Medical Center

    3690 Grandview Pkwy
    Birmingham, AL 35243

    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

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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