Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- English
About Fernando Ovalle
Biography
He is a Fellow of the American College of Endocrinology (FACE), and an active member of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) where he has served in multiple national committees and is Past-President of the Southern States Chapter of the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE).
Dr. Ovalle has published extensively in the areas of diabetes and metabolism, serves as a member of the editorial board of multiple scientific publications, and is currently the U.S. Editor-in-Chief for the journal Diabetes Therapy.
Title
Director, Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Specialty Services
LGBT Health
Faculty Appointment
Professor
Research Interests
The focus of Dr. Ovalle's research over the last 25 years has been the areas of diabetes and energy metabolism and involves extensive experience in clinical trials concerning the pharmacologic management of diabetes mellitus and its complications, the effects of diet on insulin sensitivity and energy metabolism, and the study of novel therapies for type 1 diabetes. He is also interested in the epidemiology, classification, and pathophysiology of the less well understood sub-types of diabetes mellitus, including Latent Autoimmune Diabetes of the Adult, Monogenic Diabetes, Lipodystrophy Syndromes, and Atypical Diabetes.
Memberships
American Diabetes Association
American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists
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Locations
- Endocrinology/Diabetes Clinic at The Kirklin Clinic of UAB Hospital
- 2000 6th Avenue South, Floor 4, Birmingham, AL 35233
- Get Directions
- phone: 205-996-3636
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Barnes Hospital, 1997
- Residency: Henry Ford Hospital, 1995
- Medical School: Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, 1989
Board Certifications
- Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1997
Ratings & Reviews
5 of 5 stars
57 ratings, 23 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 3/10/2026
Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
It was amazing dr Ovalle is awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
Dr. Ovalle and his staff are very professional and really care about me as a patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/24/2025
Dr Ovalle is an excellent Dr. very very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
Y'all are the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
Dr. Ovalle is one of the best physicians not only with respect to his knowledge but his communication skills and empathy. Also, he took enough time to explain things very thoroughly and to answer all of my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2025
I like the caring and professional way my doctor cares for me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2025
Dr ovalle is a very amazing Dr I just love and trust him he helped more than any one
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
Best ever!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
All of the staff that i come in contact with are so nice. I love the care and the attention to detail from Dr. Ovalle. This is why i drive from [City] for Diabetic care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2025
If I could give Dr Ovalle a higher rating than 10, I would! He's not only very bright and abreast of new therapies and technology but he's so kind and compassionate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
The people are very nice. Dr. Ovalle is a good doctor. He cares about his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
Great experience as always.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2025
Very pleased with Dr Ovalle and staff. Professional , friendly and competent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Everything was great. Very courteous and friendly staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
Dr Ovalle is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2025
Excellent visit, my Dr is great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2025
Great as always
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2025
I have a new Medtronic pump. Results A1C now 6.5. Amazing!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
Love Dr Ovalle and his staff!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2025
Everything was great. No problems of any kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2025
It was fairly quick.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2025
Dr. Ovalle is great as well as all of the support staff.