Expertise in
9
conditions

Dr. Edgar T. Overton

Infectious Disease
Univ. Of Alabama At Birmingham
908 20th St S, 
Birmingham, AL 
Accepting New Patients
27 Years of Experience
Expertise in
9
conditions
Univ. Of Alabama At Birmingham
908 20th St S, 
Birmingham, AL 

Overview

Edgar Overton is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Birmingham, Alabama. He has been practicing medicine for over 27 years.

Dr. Overton is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and AIDS Dementia Complex.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 172 peer reviewed articles and participating in 11 clinical trials. Dr. Overton is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Infectious Disease

Licenses

Internal Medicine in AL

Hospital Affiliations

University Of Alabama Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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CareFirst
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Cigna
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  • HMO
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Farm Bureau Health Plans
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
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VIVA Health
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Wellcare
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Locations

Univ. of Alabama at Birmingham
908 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

10 Clinical Trials

Immunogenicity of Nonavalent HPV Vaccine Administered Prior to Renal Transplantation in Adults: A Prospective, Single-Arm, Multi-Center Clinical Trial
Immunogenicity of Nonavalent HPV Vaccine Administered Prior to Renal Transplantation in Adults: A Prospective, Single-Arm, Multi-Center Clinical Trial
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: May 29, 2026
Intervention Type: Biological, Other, Procedure
Study Drug: Recombinant Human Papillomavirus Nonavalent Vaccine
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Proof-of Concept, Randomized, Controlled Study of Tuberculosis Immunization With BCG to Prevent Infection in Healthy Adults (TIPI Trial)
A Proof-of Concept, Randomized, Controlled Study of Tuberculosis Immunization With BCG to Prevent Infection in Healthy Adults (TIPI Trial)
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: January 23, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug, Biological
Study Phase: Phase 3
Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease In Persons Living With HIV Database Study
Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease In Persons Living With HIV Database Study
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: January 15, 2026
Effect of Antiretroviral Treatment Initiated During Acute HIV-1 Infection on Measures of HIV-1 Persistence and on HIV-1-Specific Immune Responses
Effect of Antiretroviral Treatment Initiated During Acute HIV-1 Infection on Measures of HIV-1 Persistence and on HIV-1-Specific Immune Responses
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: August 29, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Elvitegravir+Cobicistat+Emtricitabine+Tenofovir alafenamide or other medically-appropriate FDA-approved antiretroviral therapy
Study Phase: Phase 2
High vs. Standard Dose Flu Vaccine in Adult Stem Cell Transplant Recipients
High vs. Standard Dose Flu Vaccine in Adult Stem Cell Transplant Recipients
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: December 04, 2024
Intervention Type: Other, Biological
Study Drugs: Quadrivalent Inactivated Influenza Vaccine, Trivalent Influenza Vaccine
Study Phase: Phase 2
Pitavastatin to REduce Physical Function Impairment and FRailty in HIV (PREPARE)
Pitavastatin to REduce Physical Function Impairment and FRailty in HIV (PREPARE)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: October 28, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Phase 3b Multi-center, Open Label, Single Arm, 52-week Study, Evaluating the Feasibility, Efficacy and Safety of Rapid Test and Treat Intervention in Newly Diagnosed HIV-1 Infected Adults Using a Fixed Dose Combination of Dolutegravir Plus Lamivudine (DOVATO) as a First Line Regimen
A Phase 3b Multi-center, Open Label, Single Arm, 52-week Study, Evaluating the Feasibility, Efficacy and Safety of Rapid Test and Treat Intervention in Newly Diagnosed HIV-1 Infected Adults Using a Fixed Dose Combination of Dolutegravir Plus Lamivudine (DOVATO) as a First Line Regimen
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: October 21, 2021
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 3
A Randomized, Double-blind, Multicenter Phase III Trial to Evaluate Immunogenicity and Safety of Three Consecutive Production Lots of a Freeze-dried Formulation of MVA-BN® Smallpox Vaccine in Healthy, Vaccinia-naïve Subjects
A Randomized, Double-blind, Multicenter Phase III Trial to Evaluate Immunogenicity and Safety of Three Consecutive Production Lots of a Freeze-dried Formulation of MVA-BN® Smallpox Vaccine in Healthy, Vaccinia-naïve Subjects
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: May 27, 2021
Intervention Type: Biological
Study Phase: Phase 3
Safety, Tolerability, and Effects of the Probiotic Visbiome Extra Strength on Gut Microbiome and Immune Activation Markers in HIV-Infected Participants on Suppressive Antiretroviral Therapy: A Phase II Study
Safety, Tolerability, and Effects of the Probiotic Visbiome Extra Strength on Gut Microbiome and Immune Activation Markers in HIV-Infected Participants on Suppressive Antiretroviral Therapy: A Phase II Study
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: January 06, 2020
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
Evaluating Pharmacokinetic Interactions With Vaginal Ring Contraceptives and Antiretroviral Therapy (ART)
Evaluating Pharmacokinetic Interactions With Vaginal Ring Contraceptives and Antiretroviral Therapy (ART)
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: June 06, 2018
Intervention Type: Device, Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
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172 Total Publications

Real-world adherence, persistence, and health care resource utilization among people with HIV receiving long-acting cabotegravir plus rilpivirine compared with oral antiretroviral therapy in the United States: The ABOVE Study.
Real-world adherence, persistence, and health care resource utilization among people with HIV receiving long-acting cabotegravir plus rilpivirine compared with oral antiretroviral therapy in the United States: The ABOVE Study.
Journal: Journal of managed care & specialty pharmacy
Published: April 27, 2026
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What conditions does Dr. Edgar T. Overton specialize in?

While Dr. Edgar T. Overton is a Infectious Disease, they have specific expertise in HIV/AIDS, Myelitis, and AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Infectious Disease.

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Yes. Dr. Edgar T. Overton has published 172 articles and abstracts on conditions like HIV/AIDS. You can view a list of Dr. Edgar T. Overton's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

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Dr. Edgar T. Overton accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 205-934-1917 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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