Brenessa Lindeman, MD
Endocrine SurgeryHead and Neck Surgical OncologyHead and Neck SurgerySurgical Oncology
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Pediatrics
- Teenagers
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
About Brenessa Lindeman
Biography
Dr. Lindeman has distinguished herself as a surgical educator. She served as an Administrative Chief Resident at Hopkins and won both the Medical Student Teaching and the Resident Teaching awards. She earned a Master's of Education in the Health Professions from Johns Hopkins University and served as a member of the Board of Directors for the Association of American Medical Colleges for four years. She is also an author of the AAMC’s Core Entrustable Professional Activities for Entering Residency. At UAB, she is the Associate Designated Institutional Official for the Clinical Learning Environment and says her desire is to improve the education and experiences of medical students and residents at UAB and across the United States.
Title
Associate DIO for the Clinical Learning Environment; Co-Director, Multi-Disciplinary Endocrine Tumor Clinic
Faculty Appointment
Professor
Research Interests
Competency-based assessment including applications of Entrustable Professional Activities
Physician well-being and the learning environment
Awards & Recognition
International Visiting Professor to Australia, Association for Academic Surgery, 2020
Medical Student Teaching Award, UAB, 2019
Visiting Scholar, American Board of Medical Specialties, 2018-2020
Administrative Chief Resident, Johns Hopkins, 2015-2016
Outstanding Research Project, APDS, 2015 & 2017
Medical Student Teaching Award, Johns Hopkins, 2012
Resident Teaching Award, Johns Hopkins, 2016
Surgical Education Research Fellow, ASE, 2012
Alpha Omega Alpha, Vanderbilt University, 2008
Memberships
American College of Surgeons
Association for Surgical Education
Association for Academic Surgery
Association of Program Directors in Surgery
American Association of Endocrine Surgeons
American Thyroid Association
International Association of Endocrine Surgeons
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Locations
- Endocrine Surgery Clinic at The Kirklin Clinic of UAB Hospital
- 2000 6th Avenue South, Floor 3, Birmingham, AL 35233
- Get Directions
- phone: 205-934-3229
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Brigham & Women's Hospital, 2017
- Residency: Johns Hopkins Hospital, 2016
- Graduate School: Johns Hopkins University, 2014
- Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, 2009
Board Certifications
- Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2016
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 of 5 stars
63 ratings, 26 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
Questions were answered and I was listened to about any concern I had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
Very nice people and fast!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
Everyone was very kind and listened without rushing us. They explained everything to all of us to know what to expect
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/2/2026
Dr. Lindeman was excellent. She asked questions and took time to as if I had any. She throughly explained. Also, the nurse Michael went above and beyond to help me as well. I appreciate feeling helped at a time when I am apprehensive about my diagnosis.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
Everything was explained very well
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
Professional and courteous.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2025
Everyone was wonderful, pleasant and knowledgeable. The facility was very clean and easy to navigate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2025
Dr.Brenessa Lindeman is an excellent surgeon I would recommend her to anyone never had such an experience the staff was wonderful. if there was a score higher than 10 she would definitely get it from me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
The staff was awesome and fast
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
I could not have been treated any better during my visits. Everyone was awesome.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2025
Informational, caring doctor and staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2025
Dr. Lindeman is wonderful and the staff is great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2025
A wonderful experience overall! Easy parking. Informative and helpful time with the doctor. I also appreciated that I didn’t experience any long waiting periods.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2025
Dr. Lindeman is an exceptional physician. My surgery could not have gone better and I am certain this is due to her expert surgical skill. Most importantly, she is personable and engaging which minimizes patient angst.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2025
I was made to feel they cared and would see me again if my thyroid needs more care. That was EXTREMELY comforting! Peace of mind has returned to me! A true blessing👍
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2025
We have grown to Love everything and every provider within UAB. UAB is our place for any and all medical and the staff are our People! Thank you!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
Dr Lindeman was excellent; very attentive, thorough, caring, and professional. Her team/UAB staff were great as well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2025
Positive experience thus far
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Extremely detailed in explaining all the labs and procedures
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Very responsive. Answered all my questions. A very comforting followup after surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2025
Very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
I was very impressed with every aspect of becoming a patient and meeting such a competent and specialized doctor. I also think her staff is amazing. I feel confident that I have the very best possible doctor to perform the surgery I need.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2025
Dr Lindeman is exceptional, and has created a staff around her that provides exceptional care for her patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
Explained options very well. Highly professional and very kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
I’ve never had a more kind, compassionate and caring doctor. I feel confident in her hands and ability.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2025
Thank you for the excellent care that I received