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Michael T. Ellerbusch, M.D.
Southlake Orthopaedics
Orthopedics
Hoover
Most recent review: 1 week ago
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4.9
514 Ratings
201 Comments
Dr. Michael T. Ellerbusch moved to Birmingham, Alabama where he performed one year of residency in Internal Medicine and then completed an additional three years in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He served as the Chief Resident during his final year at UAB. He then completed a subspecialty fellowship in Sports Medicine at the Alabama Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Clinic.
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4.9
514 Ratings
201 Comments
Dr. Michael T. Ellerbusch moved to Birmingham, Alabama where he performed one year of residency in Internal Medicine and then completed an additional three years in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He served as the Chief Resident during his final year at UAB. He then completed a subspecialty fellowship in Sports Medicine at the Alabama Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Clinic.
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Dr. Ellerbusch received his bachelor’s degree in Biology Pre-Medicine and Chemistry from Murray State University in Murray, Kentucky. While there, he was named a USA Today Academic All-American. He also received the Outstanding Senior Man Award and served as the commencement speaker at the graduation ceremony. He attended medical school at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, Illinois, where he graduated with high honors.
After graduation, he moved to Birmingham, Alabama where he performed one year of residency in Internal Medicine and then completed an additional three years in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He served as the Chief Resident during his final year at UAB. He then completed a subspecialty fellowship in Sports Medicine at the Alabama Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Clinic. After completing his fellowship in 2001, he practiced at the Alabama Orthopaedic and Spine Center of Tuscaloosa. He served as the Medical Director for the Athletic Program at Shelton State Community College as well as serving as Team Physician for multiple high schools in the Tuscaloosa area.
Dr. Ellerbusch joined the practice of Southlake Orthopaedics in 2005. He currently serves as Team Physician for Hoover High School and the associated middle schools. He is currently triple board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine and Electrodiagnostic Medicine. He enjoys seeing a variety of patients for non-surgical treatment, especially in the area of Sports Medicine. He also performs his own electromyograms and nerve conduction studies commonly used in the diagnosis of carpel tunnel syndrome and other nerve entrapments. In addition, he frequently lectures in the areas of non-operative treatment of musculoskeletal injuries, sports medicine, osteoarthritis, nerve conduction studies and electromyography. On a personal level, he enjoys participating in athletics including basketball and golf. He also is active in coaching his son and daughter in various sporting activities in the community. In addition, he is very active at Vestavia Hills Church of Christ.
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He is kind,iistens to what you have to say and I would recommend Dr. Ellerbusch to anyone who wants a good doctor..
Dr. Ellerbusch is an amazing doctor. He's kind, listens and truly cares about your well being. His knowledge, care and wonderful staff make these unexpected circumstances easy to manage.
Excellent service
Dr. Ellerbusch worked to enable me to continue running, as I want to do, he clearly knows his stuff.
Dr.Ellerbusch is personable and very informative. He has been patient with us each time we have questions!
I love his bedside manners. His caring and concern for his patients. He is very through. I will recommend him.
Fantastic doctor who thoroughly explained every step of the process. I highly recommend Dr Ellerbusch.
Dr. Ellerbusch is extremely knowledgeable, professional, efficient, and kind. I am so grateful for his compassionate care. He has treated both of my oldest children and has helped them overcome sports-related injuries.
Wonderful doctor and supportive staff.
Dr. Elllerbusch was very pleasant and communicative. He took his time, listened to my concerns and explained each step of the testing. I was very pleased with my interaction.