Dr. Dierick R. Sparks, M.D. earned his medical degree at UAB School of Medicine and completed his residency at UAB Department of Orthopedic Surgery. He then completed his fellowship program at Alabama Sports Medicine Institute. Dr. Sparks is a board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Dr. Dierick R. Sparks, M.D. earned his medical degree at UAB School of Medicine and completed his residency at UAB Department of Orthopedic Surgery. He then completed his fellowship program at Alabama Sports Medicine Institute. Dr. Sparks is a board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
The reviews listed below were collected independently of Sparks Orthopedics and Sports Medicine through rater8. Each review represents an authentic and verified patient experience.
Great dr and person. Totally recommend.
Oct-2024
Amazing doctor very friendly and truly caring
Oct-2024
Was very quick to figure out what was going on and set up a plan. Wonderful bedside manners.
Oct-2024
Great physician, Great bedside manors that listens to your needs as a patient
Oct-2024
Wonderful experience
Sep-2024
Couldn't ask for a better surgeon!!
Sep-2024
Always friendly and seems to care about your comfort.
Sep-2024
Patient friendly. Thoroughly explained the results of my MRI and his plan to correct the issues.
Sep-2024
Dr Sparks is an exceptionally talented and caring physician. He is recognized as a premier shoulder specialist in the country.
Sep-2024
Great Dr and very personable
Sep-2024
Dr Sparks is so kind and a great doctor.
Sep-2024
Dierick Sparks is a great doctor, who takes the time to listen and ask questions to get to the bottom of your problem.
Sep-2024
Dr. Dierick Sparks is always pleasant and professional. He answers any questions and listens to his patients.
Aug-2024
Exceptional care. Thoroughly explained options and put me at ease. I have no hesitation in electing surgery.
Aug-2024
He's simply the best.
Aug-2024
He is kind and very knowledgeable!!
Aug-2024
Top notch nice doctor
Aug-2024
Very attentive to my problem and explained in detail how we would fix the issue.
Aug-2024
Dr Sparks performed my rotator cuff surgery. It’s been 6 weeks and I’m healing up nicely. Also doing physical therapy 3 days a week.
Aug-2024
Dr. Dierick was very nice and straightforward with his exam and diagnosis! I like that very much!
Jul-2024
Informative and well spoken. Good dr.
Jul-2024
From my football days at Jacksonville State to now, there's nobody I trust more than Dr. Dierick Sparks to get me back on my feet. I've been a patient of his for several years, and he has always done an excellent job.
Jul-2024
He is always awesome as usual 👏🏻 been with him for over 4 or 5 years. Great bedside manners, explains everything, and chooses the right plan everytime.
Jul-2024
Friendly, excellent inner action with his patients.met my every need
Jul-2024
Dr Sparks is thorough and kind. He is also great at figuring out the problem and correcting it. We are lucky to have him in Gadsden.
Jul-2024
Great doctor and I will continue to return.
Jul-2024
Derrick is an amazing doctor and I wouldn’t trust anyone else!!
Jun-2024
AUSUM was in and out in about 40 minutes.
Jun-2024
Wonderful experience . Thank you very much ,
Jun-2024
My husband’s former surgeon. He was so pleased he wanted to see him. He was so pleasant and honest!
Jun-2024
Easy to talk with him and he seems to care.
Jun-2024
Excellent
Jun-2024
Awesome Dr. Wouldn't go anywhere else.
Jun-2024
Very efficient office( at least for the 3 visits I’ve had). Very short wait time. Dr. Sparks is personable and takes the time needed to explain things. Also love that they have an open MRI.
Jun-2024
One fine doctor
Jun-2024
He is the best!
Jun-2024
This man is amazing! He is a great doctor and is so caring!
Jun-2024
Dr Dierick Sparks is a wonderful Doctor! He was extremely thorough with his examination and took lots of time to explain. The entire staff was so nice and helpful. I will never see another Orthopedic Doctor other than him again!
Jun-2024
So good with my son. Top notch!
Jun-2024
Dr Sparks is caringamazing
Jun-2024
Sterling in all ways.
Jun-2024
Very nice and will come and people I have all the respect for them Spark family
Jun-2024
Great start to my treatment.
Thank you Dr. D !
May-2024
As fun as a broke hip is I really liked Dr. Sparks
May-2024
I received exceptional and professional care from all staff!
May-2024
I have used Dr. Sparks for years and have never received anything less than amazing patient care and superb bedside manner. Genuinely a caring man.
Apr-2024
Quick and on point
Apr-2024
Can always trust him.
Apr-2024
HE KILLED ME LOL
Apr-2024
Very good doctor!!
Apr-2024
Great doctor, listens, takes his time and explains.
Apr-2024
He is a great doctor. He really puts you at ease and that makes an office visit a very comfortable experience
Apr-2024
Derrick is rock star ! Hip feeling better already!
Apr-2024
Great dr
Apr-2024
Dr Sparks did well with the surgery and helped make sure that I had the proper therapy to recover well.
Apr-2024
He knows his stuff. The knee is way better in the first few hours. Big thumbs up. 👍
Apr-2024
Everything it should be
Apr-2024
I had a very good, initial visit.
Mar-2024
Great office staff, wonderful Doctor.
Mar-2024
Satisfied with my visit, Dr. Was friendly, professional and informative.
Mar-2024
Dr Sparks is one of a kind. He always has a smile and time for you no matter how busy he is. He did shoulder replacement on my husband. My husband has not had any problems. Thank you Dr Sparks for the person and Doctor that you are. Word of mouth led us to you. Forever grateful.
Mar-2024
Dr. Dierick has always been a great doctor and person to me and all that I know has seen him. Including his staff from the first time I went to them in 2005. They are Always nice courteous and prompt. I have and will continue to refer everyone to him.
Mar-2024
Very knowledgeable and kind. He listens to you.
Mar-2024
So kind and personable.
Mar-2024
Everyone involved in our visit was very friendly and helpful. Service was unbelievably quick.
Mar-2024
Great doctor friendly and and good looking to
Mar-2024
Professional and friendly! Great office staff and no wait time!
Feb-2024
Would recommend Sparks orthopedic to anyone and everyone that I’m affiliated with for any type of orthopedic issues.
Feb-2024
He has been doctoring my knees for several years to keep me from having knee replacement and has helped tremendously.
Feb-2024
Great doctor and awesome therapy team!!
Feb-2024
I was very impressed with Dr. Dierick Sparks. He not only explained what was going on with my daughter’s knee, but he also explained the importance of nutrition in athletes and how it can impact health and performance. He also recommended healthier options for her that would help her body heal and stay healthy. He was very personable, kind, and caring. I would highly recommend him for anyone needing orthopedic care.
Feb-2024
Dr. DIERICK SPARKS is so considerate, thorough, kind and concerned about his patients and their pain. I have never felt intimidated or uncomfortable when seeing him. He explains all the pros and cons of my situation and treatment. He is an amazing doctor and person!
Feb-2024
Dr. Dierick Sparks and his staff are always helpful and caring. I never have to wait long to be seen, and Dr. Sparks is kind and very thorough
Feb-2024
He is a fine fellow, and an excellent doctor.
Feb-2024
Have always got very good service here. Very well pleased with my doctoring. Very professional atmosphere. I'm always very well taken care of. Thank you
Feb-2024
I love his bedside manner, he is great to his patients
Feb-2024
Dr Sparks took time to explain my husband’s injury and options for correcting it. Never felt rushed.
Jan-2024
I can't speak highly enough of Sparks Orthopedic Clinic and Dr. Derrick Sparks. The entire experience, from the moment I walked in, was fantastic. The staff was friendly and efficient, and Dr. Derrick Sparks was not only knowledgeable but also took the time to address all my questions and concerns. I left the clinic feeling confident in the care I received. If you're looking for a reputable clinic with a compassionate doctor, look no further than Sparks Orthopedic Clinic.
Jan-2024
Very informative and very sweet Dr.
Jan-2024
Dr Sparks was friendly, professional, and very knowledgeable. The office staff was helpful and took care of me in a timely fashion. Will definitely be back if I’m need of orthopedic services again.
Jan-2024
Love Dr. Dierick!
Dec-2023
Doctor and staff were very kind, took their time with me and explained my condition in detail. Very thankful for them.
Nov-2023
Great thanks doc
Nov-2023
Good Doctor very informative about what is going on with my shoulders
Nov-2023
Dr. Dierick is the best. Wouldn't go anywhere else.
Nov-2023
He took so much time with me. He seems to really know what is is doing.
Nov-2023
Dr. Spark is always the best 👌
Nov-2023
Very nice and compassionate!
Nov-2023
He is a very good doctor just gave me bad news that I have to have surgery.
Nov-2023
Great physician. Takes time with each patient to explain the problem where it can be understood. Discusses patient 's concerns.
Nov-2023
His professionalism is without question. I trust him completely .
Nov-2023
Yes
Nov-2023
Good visit for me. Wonderful bed side manner from this Doctor.
Oct-2023
Super nice guy! He explained in detail so I could understand.
Oct-2023
He is the best.
Oct-2023
Dr Sparks is always so kind and right on the money with his diagnosis. Great staff.
Oct-2023
Great man and Doctor. Excellent facilities and staff.
Oct-2023
Excellent Dr. Great bedside manners. Great person
Oct-2023
Great service in and out
Oct-2023
Soo laid back but yet professional! He was awesome with my daughter!
Oct-2023
Did great recommended some things to keep from having surgery which I was hoping for.
Sep-2023
Fast friendly to the point.
Aug-2023
Professional, caring, willing to explain and answer questions. Everyone was very helpful and caring.
Aug-2023
Everyone is lways sooooo kind and helpful!
Aug-2023
Excellent service
Aug-2023
An amazing Dr.
Aug-2023
Dr Sparks is very caring and considerate, has excellent bedside manor. Excellent surgeon.
Aug-2023
Very attentive to my needs, always listens and actually cares when I'm hurting and need help. I've used all the Sparks for years and have been very happy with them.
Aug-2023
Very helpful!
Aug-2023
Great service
Jul-2023
Fantastic Doctor.
Jul-2023
He was very nice and professional and I would definitely recommend him to anyone I know
Jul-2023
Good staff good doctor. Doctor explained what was happening so I could understand.
Jul-2023
Great doctor! Explained everything very well. Very nice staff.
Jul-2023
He was very pleasant and informative. He was very knowledgeable and professional. Also, he made you feel comfortable as a patient.
Jul-2023
Wonderful doctor and professional atmosphere
Jul-2023
Very personable and informative.
Jun-2023
Not impressed, had x/rays taken that was not needed nor was reviewed with me. I even asked that the x/rays not be taken but was forced. Got injections in the wrist and put it braces like I expected but now 4 days later I feel no difference. Pain and discomfort is still consistent. Very Very sad to say the least.
Jul-2023
Perfect job!
Jun-2023
Very friendly and very professional. Made sure I was comfortable with his finding and assured me everything looked good from my surgeon and he was still here for me if I needed him.
Jun-2023
Dr. Dierick is the best! He has operated on my truck thumb and rotator cuff. He is a great doctor and surgeon. I won’t use anyone else!
Jun-2023
Great Dr
Jun-2023
Very informative and took the time to answer all the questions we had!
Jun-2023
I was very pleased with my first visit with Dr. Dierick. He was very attentive and with a great personality. Can't wait to go back in 4 weeks for a follow up..
Jun-2023
Very professional with his advice
Jun-2023
Just a great experience all together.
Jun-2023
Wonderful
May-2023
THIS IS THE BEST PERSON I KNOW FOR AS HELPING YOU WITH WHAT IS WROUNG .THEY ARE VERY NICE .PLEASE GO SEE HIM.
May-2023
Great doctor would recommend to anyone to him. Thanks
May-2023
Great experience
May-2023
Like that he talked to us and explained everything that we understood what he was telling us
Has a great sense of humor
May-2023
Gracious, soft spoken, thoroughly explained procedure, felt the presence of HOLY SPIRIT.
I praise ADONAI for the Sparks Family.
May-2023
Very professional
May-2023
Very nice and sweet. Good bedside manners. And shows he cares.
May-2023
Always professional, informative and compassionate. Thanks for being great at what you do!!!
May-2023
Professional, personal and answered all my questions.
May-2023
He is a very good doctor/surgeon! Their rehab center is good too!!
Apr-2023
Always a pleasure
Apr-2023
DIerick Sparks is helpful and he addresses my concerns.
Apr-2023
Very polite and staff was amazing and very sweet! Highly recommend their office to anyone. They shook our hands and greeted themselves, very respectful office.
Apr-2023
Very easy to understand and explained himself well. Shows concern about tx.
Apr-2023
He’s the best
Mar-2023
Good man. Excellent doctor. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing his help.
Mar-2023
Dr. Sparks listens and is kind and thorough. First visit seems like a great doctor.
Mar-2023
Great doctor very friendly and gets it sone
Mar-2023
Awesome as always!
Mar-2023
Very nice person
Mar-2023
Always friendly even with somewhat bad news!!
Mar-2023
Love him
Feb-2023
Great Doctor
Feb-2023
Great Dr! Wonderful to talk to
Feb-2023
Excellent care!
Feb-2023
Great staff, friendly and excellent service!!
Feb-2023
My experience has nothing short of amazing. He is personable, always available to see me and did a wonderful job on my shoulder surgery.
Feb-2023
Hes been great. Staff and everyone. Pleasant experience! ( in a not so pleasant situation)
Feb-2023
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Gadsden, AL
3102 Rainbow Drive Rainbow City, AL 35906
Dr. Dierick R. Sparks, M.D. earned his medical degree at UAB School of Medicine and completed his residency at UAB Department of Orthopedic Surgery. He then completed his fellowship program at Alabama Sports Medicine Institute. Dr. Sparks is a board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
Great dr and person. Totally recommend.
Amazing doctor very friendly and truly caring
Was very quick to figure out what was going on and set up a plan. Wonderful bedside manners.
Great physician, Great bedside manors that listens to your needs as a patient
Wonderful experience
Couldn't ask for a better surgeon!!
Always friendly and seems to care about your comfort.
Patient friendly. Thoroughly explained the results of my MRI and his plan to correct the issues.
Dr Sparks is an exceptionally talented and caring physician. He is recognized as a premier shoulder specialist in the country.
Great Dr and very personable