James West, III, M.D.

Helped on first visit

Knowledgeable, listens to you, shows compassion and concern

Dr. West took the time to listen to me. I really appreciate that.

His visit is a little quick at times.

Dr. West was very thorough in explaining and visually showing me what my issues were. He went over my options and explained to me what I could expect before, during, and after surgery. I would highly recommend Dr. West.

He was a nice man. His PA was very thorough.

Knowledgeable and although a skilled surgeon he takes a conservative approach on surgery if other means such as pt and epidurals can provide relief and healing. A no nonsense kind of dr. but is caring and works with me and my barrage of questions.Aok

Thinks I’m not hurt has no idea how to help. I’m done with this

Nice man

Dr West performed my back surgery in 2007 , he is experienced and he is who I completely trust

Dr. West actually hears and acknowledges your concerns! He takes the rights steps in treating you and gets to the bottom of every problem! I trust him with my life!

A great surgeon!!!!!!!!!!!

He set me up for a MRI to see what is going on with me. I was told by another doctor is was something else but he’s not taking any chances and wants to know for sure what is going on and I appreciate that.

He is the BEST!!!

Dr. West is the BEST doctor i have ever been to. He’s nice ,kind hearted, and hilarious .He always makes me feel welcome every time i have an appointment. He’s been my orthopaedic for 6years now and i can’t imagine being a patient of any other doctor

Always professional, knowleg

Excellent surgeon and knowledgeable clinician. Dr West is also courteous and professional. I felt as if my problem was addressed and corrected, and corrected completely.

Great surgeon and doctor. Very caring and professional. I Would recommend him to anyone needing a orthopedic doctor

We had a great first visit at Dr. west's office. Everyone was so nice and helpful.

the best of the best

Dr. West and staff are excellent and very professional. I had a great visit and staff was very friendly.

My husband, son and myself have been with Dr West for many years now. He listens to me and gives me his honest opinion in what steps I should go through to avoid surgery until there is no steps left! I highly recommend Dr West.

I have had nothing but superior care by all of the team at The Orthopedic Group and wouldn’t go anywhere else for my spine surgery. Dr West is very up front and gets straight to the point which I like my Drs to be. Excellent surgeon and staff.

excellent service and very knowledgeable. like him very much

Best there is at his profession!! Brilliant diagnostic abilities!!!

He did not care, he only spent 1 to 2 minutes with me. He did wanted to hear anything about my back ground and did3ask me questions either. It was like he didn't want to spend his time with me because I paid cash and had no insurance.

Great doctor and his nurses are great as well!

I’m sure he’s a good doctor but not friendly at all. We shall see how it goes.

Time with Dr. West is always short, to the point and he gets you taken care of.

Dr. West is the BEST. He is always professional and explains all medical questions asked concerning my condition.

Has been my orhto doc for years - one of the best anywhere

He's the BEST!! 3 lower back surgeries and a neck fusion! I TOTALLY trust him!

Great doctor! His PA, Jimmy Boyd is awesome as well!

Dr West has been awsome and straight to the point

Dr west is awesome!! I love him!!

He barely gave me the time of day.

Great doctor.

Seemed personable and listened

Ridiculed my questions. Had no respect for the pain I am in. Not too professional.

Very nice seem to be concerned just wish there was more he could have done for me

Great doctor.

Dr. West is a very good surgeon. He is straightforward and does not mince words. He gave me options regarding the surgery I had. I made a decision based on fact. I am pleased with the result.

Perfect visit

Dr West is the best!! He has been good to me for several surgeries!! Highly recommend him for the back and spine problems!!! 👍🇺🇸

Great doctor! Great surgeon! Made my life better!

Dr. West has the well deserved reputation of being the best back surgeon anywhere in this area. He is a highly skilled surgeon. I would recommend him to anyone having back problems.

An unparalleled skilled and experienced surgeon.

Professional & compassionate as always.

Best doctor in the practice

He is NOT very friendly and rather treated me like I worked for hom

It was my first visit, he had a great bedside manner, very professional and thorough

Dr. WEST HAS ALWAYS BEEN PATIENT WITH ME. HE ALSO DOESN'T DO MORE SURGERY UNLESS IT'S POSITIVELY NECESSARY. I LIKE THAT.

Dr. West came in and began asking questions that appeared to be an attempt to confirm what his expectations were. He did not ask me, "what's going on? Where is the pain and what do you think brought this on? etc. "

Takes the time to listen and will give options for care.

Wait was not long and Dr West was very thorough

Dr West never failed me yet including the two spinal fusions that I've had

Dr. West is a caring straight to the point honest doctor. Every opportunity I have to recommend him or Dr. McGinley I do not hold back. He is a God sent. I trust him with my life. He is my blessing.

Dr West was very kind to me today. He explained what he said I needed.

Very informative and personable. Listens. Spends time reviewing and explaining test results and recommended plan of care.

Yes

the Best Great Doctor

Excellent. Love Dr West. He has been my orthopedic for years. He always takes much time and listens. Highly recommend!!

He is the best!! Third time he helped me!!

Love Dr. West. He was very caring and sympathetic for the pain I was suffering.

Didn’t feel like Dr. West

Dr. West is the best.

Dr. West is the best

A gifted surgeon, straightforward but caring & compassionate

Always on top of my Back Problems

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Dr West was very nice and knowledgeable.

Very nice and listens to what you say.

He knows his stuff and is nice.

I had literally been sent there by another Dr., so I wanted to know what he had told the other Dr., if he thot my back pain had anything to do with my other problem and he really couldn’t remember talking to the other Dr., I’m not sure why I was ther

This is the best Orthopaedic Group in our area. Incredible doctors and staff!

Bed side manner could use some improvement

Good Doc.

Provided candid and understandable information in an open and friendly manner. I’ll return.

Dr West is always very kind and let’s me know everything that can be done to help me. Very happy with him

Great doctor no nonsense

In and out in 30 minutes! Very professional and took time to answer all my questions,

Efficient, honest, kind and beyond knowledgeable!

Very Professional. Explained every think in laymen s terms that I could understand.

Very informative, right to the point. Well spoken professionally man

He's a caring and patient doctor!

Was kind , patient and concerned for my well being. Dr was also informative.

I have a lot of trust in Dr West

Outstanding

I have complete trust in his skill as a surgeon and would recommend him too anyone for treatment. Very much a kind professional Doctor.

Always does his best to do what suits me regarding my back injury and pain. Been seeing him since 2015

Friendly! Takes time with patient. Discusses alterative plans. Also leaves with kind words.

Seem real and honest .

After going to 3 other doctors before him Dr. West was the only one to give me injection and ordered P T

I took my sister to see him for her back because my mom could not be there due to work. We FaceTimed my mom during the appointment and he was extremely rude to her. Although his knowlege was 5 Star, his friendliness was not.

Waited an hour past appointment time.

Love Dr. West

Very busy reception area, but very pleasant and efficient. Dr. West saw me right on time and was very professional, personable, and decided what should be done. He explained perfectly on a level that my husband and I could understand.

Only spent 5 minutes with me after waiting 45 minutes beyond my appointment time. Dr. Edminston was a lot more thorough and certainly more personable.

I'm so thankful that I found Dr. West!

Excellent surgeon.

Dr. West is always very direct and to the point regarding my care. I really like that fact.

A very caring bedside manner and honest about my condition and told me that surgery would fix my problem. So I'm thankful that he was up front about surgery.

Really appreciate the care given by this doctor. He gets it right. The hour and a half wait from appointment time to doctor seems a bit extreme.

Great doctor!! Thanks for seeing me so quickly. My back is better already.

Dr. West is a caring doctor who finds out what the problem is quick to take care of me. He is the best!

He cares about his patient

Surgery has produced great results. Dr. West deserves all credit; super surgeon and a fine person. Thanks.

Dr. West is the best! I highly recommend him to anyone who is in need of an orthopedic surgeon. He is very compassionate and has your best interest in mind with his treatment plan.

Very impressed by Dr. West. Also, I was impressed at how everything was completed in a timely manner with virtually no waiting.

Awesome surgeon who obviously takes pride in his work. He rebuilt my lumbar spine in 2015, and now my cervical spine, both with great results.

Gave me some hope

Dr West was very kind and considerate. I was in an accident and he’s prescribed physical therapy. Very good

He’s the best!

Dr. West is awesome

Professional in every regard.

Always fast & efficient

Dr. West took time to talk to me about what was going on. I never felt as though I was being rushed or just shuffled through. He gave me treatment options & I was able to choose what I thought was best for me. Very kind & caring!

6 months after I was medically washed out of UDT SEAL training on March of 1989 I fractured C4 and C7. God saved my life Dr West keep kept me walking and working for 30 years. 2005 industrial accident fractured C5. I need him again Thank you Dr West

Best Spine doctor.

he was ion and out before I could ask my other questions

Great Dr.

Today my visit was the worst I have had with Dr West. He didn't great me(he usually does). He was very rushed and then walked out leaving not knowing what was next. Seemed as he didn't have time for me. I don't appreciate that at ALL.

Very nice, to the point. Did not keep me waiting to be seen. I am very happy!

Actually a doctor that made me feel like he was going to help me..

Extremely nice and professional physician. Explained what has happened with my back and has initiated steps to achieve what we hope to be steps in the right direction to a better quality of life for me!

He does NOT spend enough time in the room. This has happened the last 2 times I have been in for a visit.

Very prompt. Assessed problem and made a plan of care in a timely manner.

Dr. West is the best, he never gives up.

Dr. West Has taken the best care of me! I'm so glad I fought to get him as my workmans compensation doctor! The other doctors were not listening to me!!

I love Dr West he saved my life... His staff is also awesome!!

Dr. West is a wonderful & very skilled surgeon! I highly recommend him for problems with your back & spine. When my friends complain about back problems, I tell them to go & see Dr.West. He is the very best for your back & spine!

After a terrible wreck and multiple recommendations to have a rod put in my back, I saw Dr. West. His conservative approach has changed my life. He is the best doctor I have ever worked with.

It was my first visit with Dr West and i was very pleased

Dr West was. Very to the point and discussed everything to us. Very stern about the surgery before s And after and the instructions . To follow.very important. Thank you the whole staff.

Love Dr West! But I waited almost an hour then he only spent 5-10 minutes with me

Dr West has had me and my mom as patients since 1999. He performed a hip replacement and a cervical laminectomy for mom. He performed a lumbar fusion for me. He’s not warm and fuzzy , but he’s excellent.

Very direct. Told me my options and we developed a plan.

No bedside manner..

Fine doctor. Caring. Gets right to the point.

The best!

Awesome Doctor!!

Excellent

Dr West comes right to the point and makes it clear he will do whatever it takes to help with your situation. I really appreciate him as my doctor!!

Still the same no help.

As always Dr. West is thorough & kind. He has always done excellent work on me as a surgeon & I have gotten relief each time.

Funny and thorough!! Listens to what I say and takes me seriously... I love him!!!

Very professional & concerned

Been using him since 1991, so I must like him, huh?? He's the best..but a little gruff sometimes.

I think he is the best spine doctor..

Very personable and very understanding of my condition. Easy to talk to.

Very knowledgeable but not very communicative and laxka personality.

When asking questions about back surgery he seemed annoyed and then followed saying no one is forcing you to have surgry if you dont want to have it dont waste my time. I'm sorry that I want to know alot of specifics about a life altering surgry.

Dr. West did my lower back surgery. I highly recommend him and his staff

Very good Dr.

Excellent doctor/surgeon. Thanks.

Good at what he does!!!

I love Dr West! He repaired my back with rods and screws fro, L2 tp sacrum, and it has been so great, I don't even remember that I had any back problems at all!!

Have been with him since 2015 and he has been a huge blessing to me!

Excellent no nonsense doctor.

Very personable.

Has a smart mouth and only spent 5 minutes with me. Informed me he had 40 more patients to see. When a doctor is tending me, I am at the moment, the most important patient he will see all day!

waited 2 hrs and he visited with us less than 5 minutes no time to ask questions about the next steps we need

Dr west was very helpful in completing my prognosis.

Dr. West is the best I wouldn't trust my spine anybody else

I can't find the words to express my gratitude for Dr West skills as a surgeon and the dedication of his staff. I have quality of life again!

BEST SURGEON. FIXED MY BACK. SAVED MY LIFE.

Dr. West cares about you & does everything he can to help you get better.

I love Dr. West. I have been his patient going on 30 years. I found him at 14 with scoliosis issues and have been seeing him off and on since then for other back issues.

Very knowledgeable, informative and competent

Was not the doctor I seen

Best back Dr in Mobile.

I was a new patient. Dr walked in didn't introduce himself. Not even ask what can I do for you today. I though doctors were to help you.

Excellent bed side mannet. Professional. Sensitivr. Aware of my situation . Compassionate.

Better bed side matter towards patients. Having the correct chart for the patient when he begins evaluation and questions.

I know Dr West is a good Doctor, but today was my last visit with him, I feel as if I was with an intern on his first day at work. This man walks in the room and doesn’t even say good morning, just are you in pain and do you want an a shot. 👎🏼

Very personable and easy to talk to.

Superb skills and poor people skills.

Miracle worker. Thank you for fixing my back.

Saw him for the first time yday, so far so good

Just making money.

Very professional! Very personable!

No bedside manners

Seemed a little tired and not as interested in my problems did not get answers to some questions

Very pleased with Dr. West’s care. I would highly recommend the group to anyone.

Been seeing Dr West on and off for the past 17 years. Conservative, practical approach to my issues. Great Doc.

He done surgery on my daughter for scoliosis. She is doing great. Highly recommend dr West.

Obnoxious nonchalant and Acts As If He Doesnt Want To Be at work

Great Surgeon

Very good doctor

This fellow knows his craft and gets results.

Sometimes he has a great bedside manner. Sometimes not. But he WILL fix your back. And his PA, Jimmy Boyd is awesome as well!

He’s the best !!

I tell everyone if they need help with their back He is the best. I had pain 24/7 Before my surgery, I did not know I could ever be without pain but today 6 years later, I’m still doing great living without pain. I’m 71 years old.

Very nice man

Dr. West is very professional and explains thoroughly what the problem is and what needs to be done to correct it.

Fantastic Physician! You can trust this man to do the right thing for you.

I was not given the opptunity to discuss my concerns and options, although I brought a significant amount of documentation for review.

Explained the procedure in a way we could understand.

Dr. West explained the diagnosis and treatment plan well. I left with no questions. Dr. West was very personable as was the PA-C seen prior to Dr. West's visit.

VERY PERSONAL AND WANTS YOU BE PAIN FREE AS HE CAN MAKE YOU

I feel so fortunate I found The Orthopaedic Group of Doctors. Thank you so much for helping me Dr. Eslava and Dr. West. For the 1st time since my accident I feel I am finally in Good Hands. Your staff is very friendly and professional.

I was having a difficult time being specific about my back/neck pain and he understood. Scheduled MRI to get better details.

I think he is the best spine doctor around Mobile Ala. Tim

I’ve been with Dr West since 2015 and he has been a blessing to me

He sit down and talk to you

Very professional and caring!! Thorough and explained everything....showed me X-ray and gave me a copy. Definitely recommended.

Precise to the point on procedures needed.

Great doctor. Takes good care of me.

Dr West is a great doctor. He’s very direct but I prefer that when dealing with my health. He took time to explain things to me. I’m very happy I switched to him. I had appointments to see Dr Volkman twice and never laid eyes on him, just saw the PA.

Great Doctor and great person

Very poor patient care you spend more time waiting to see him and then if your lucky he may spend 2 Mins in the room with you! Doesn’t remember or look at prior notes before entering!

Dr. West did back surgery on my daughter at the age of 12.....she is now 21 and is doing great! Fabulous Surgeon!!!

I would not let anyone else treat me. This doctor if extremely professional.

Excellent doctor. I am not good at asking the necessary questions, so I would like him to elaborate more on my condition so I understand better.

Dr. West is an excellent Doctor. He's performed lumbar surgery and treated me for cervical and thoracic spine issues.

Experienced. Very straight forward.

Dr. West was very thorough and fully explained my diagnosis and treatment.

The best Doctor there is!!

Very satisfied

I appreciated the efficiency with which the whole office was run, everyone I came in contact with was wry kind and helpful.

He doesn't care if you are hurt or not.. He Is not a good Workers Comp Dr, so don't use him!!!

very nice doctor

Dr. West explained my x-ray to me and the steps we would take to improve my health care out come.

Gets to the heart of the problem and doesn't pull any punches. Tells you straight what your options are

Really cares about his patients and getting them the treatment they need!

Fine Dr. And man

He was great and he was very helpful throughout the whole process best doctor ever

No follow up

Best Doctor anywhere on this planet !!!

He was in a rush today. Glad I had written my questions down.

Awesome doctor he went behind 2 surgeons and fixed my back. He just did neck surgery on me fused to disk and doing well.

Only spends 30 seconds to 3-5 mins with me

Rude, sarcastic, did no exam. Spend maybe 5 minutes in the room

I have always found Dr. West to be very professional and up front with my medical care.

He is this best Orthopedic in the Mobile Baldwin county area! He did my back surgery 19 years ago, and he is the only doctor I would trust doing surgery on my spine. I have referred him to many others!

The only Dr in 2 years to find my back issue and fix it rite the first time and has a great bed side manner.

Appreciate his honesty and straightforwardness.

Awesome

Dr West is Great! He explains so you understand and he does what is best for you not trying to get you into surgery immediately.

Great doctor!

Great bed side manner! Takes time and makes sure we understand what's going on.

You could be weeping and in pain and there would be no urgency from him to fix your situation.

I’ve only seen him twice so I can’t form a learned opinion.

One more find doctor his work is excellent