Expertise in
5
conditions
Expertise in
5
conditions
Children's Of Alabama
1600 7th Ave S, 
Birmingham, AL 

Overview

Shawn Gilbert is an Orthopedics provider in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Gilbert is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Blount Disease, Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD), Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 73 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Specialties

Orthopedics

Licenses

Orthopaedic Surgery in AL

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
VIVA Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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Locations

Children's of Alabama
1600 7th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
Other Locations
University of Alabama Hospital
619 19th St S, Birmingham, AL 35233

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Gilbert has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)

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.


3 Clinical Trials

Simple Bone Cysts in Kids (SBoCK)
KT Tape vs Arm Sling for Pediatric Clavicle Fractures
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Shawn Gilbert

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Shawn Gilbert?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Shawn Gilbert by calling their office at 205-638-9146. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Shawn Gilbert a top-rated expert for Blount Disease?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Shawn Gilbert is classified as an Distinguished expert for Blount Disease, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Shawn Gilbert specialize in?

While Dr. Shawn Gilbert is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Blount Disease, Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease (LCPD), and Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.

Does Dr. Shawn Gilbert participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Shawn Gilbert has published 73 articles and abstracts on conditions like Blount Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Shawn Gilbert's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Shawn Gilbert accept my insurance?

Dr. Shawn Gilbert accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 205-638-9146 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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