Melanie Morris, MD

4.942 ratings, 23 reviews

Colon and Rectal SurgeryGeneral Surgery

Accepting New Patients

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Age Groups Seen

Adults
Geriatrics

Languages

English

About Melanie Morris

Biography

Joining the faculty in 2010, Dr. Melanie Morris is an associate professor and Vice Chair of Perioperative Surgery in the UAB Department of Surgery and the Chief of General Surgery at the Birmingham VA Medical Center. A native of Tennessee, she completed her undergraduate degree at Vanderbilt University and her medical degree at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. She completed her surgical residency in general surgery at Oregon Health and Science University and a colon and rectal surgery fellowship at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Dr. Morris is a specialist in minimally invasive colorectal surgery, colon and rectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis), diverticulitis, and rectal prolapse.

Title

Vice Chair of Perioperative Services, UAB Department of Surgery and Chief of General Surgery at the Birmingham VA Medical Center

Faculty Appointment

Professor

Research Interests

outcomes and quality improvement research

Publications

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=%28Morris%2C+MS%5BAuthor%5D%29+AND+%28Morris%2C+M%5BAuthor%5D%29&sort=

View Academic Profile

https://scholars.uab.edu/1154-Melanie-Morris

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Locations

Digestive GI Surgery Clinic at The Kirklin Clinic of UAB Hospital
- 2000 6th Avenue South, Floor 1, Birmingham, AL 35233
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- phone: 205-975-3000

Expertise

Education

Fellowship: University of Texas Health Science Center, 2010
Residency: Oregon Health Science University Hospital & Clinic, 2009
Internship: Oregon Health Science University Hospital & Clinic, 2004
Medical School: University of Tennessee Health Science Center, 2003
Graduate School: Georgetown University, 1999

Board Certifications

Colon and Rectal Surgery: American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery, 2012
Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2010

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 of 5 stars

42 ratings, 23 reviews

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5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 2/4/2026
Dr. Morris and her staff listen to my concerns and include me in the decision making process. Everything is explained very clearly.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 1/21/2026
Loved doctor Melanie Morris. Sat down and explained procedure thoroughly. Asked questions and explained and answered all my questions. The only thing that was not pleasant was waiting 2 1/2 hours to get to see her.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 1/14/2026
Good people doing great things for patients in a very kind and caring way. Genuinely concerned about their well being. Dr. Melanie Morris and her student David gave straight answers to all questions with knowledge and compassion. Thank you.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 1/7/2026
All excellent!
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/17/2025
Very knowledgeable about my case. Very informative, plan moving forward, very personable. Very satisfied. I am a Liver and Kidney recipient and go to UAB on a regular basis and am very pleased across the board. Thank you
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/17/2025
Staff are friendly. Love Dr. Morris, she is amazing.
1 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/10/2025
Waited for 2 hours to be seen. Dr spoke with me all of 5 min and dismissed my symptoms.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 12/3/2025
Great facility, people, and staff!
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 11/19/2025
Saw the nurse, an intern and the doctor. All three were EXTREMELY nice, knowledgeable, listened to us and went above and beyond to explain everything. We are waiting to hear the date for surgery hoping it will be the [DATE]. UAB is the best
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 9/24/2025
Was pleased with all aspects of my appointment yesterday. Dr Morris and her staff
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 9/10/2025
Very informative and friendly, helpful to provide me with decision making information.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr. Morris is awesome and if the need arises I will definitely go back to her.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 9/10/2025
Everyone was so sweet and caring
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 9/3/2025
The staff from the registration desk through triage and seeing the doctor were kind and efficient. Special kudos to my triage nurse Kandise, med student Owen and Dr Melanie Morris. When I left I felt heard and confident that a plan that was appropriate for my case would be developed
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/28/2025
My visit was perfect!
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/27/2025
Everyone is knowledgable and pleasant
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/20/2025
I was very well taken care of .
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/20/2025
Good experience
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/20/2025
Was treated wonderful by all.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/6/2025
Great staff
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 8/4/2025
Everyone was professional and friendly and answered any question so that I could understand them
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/30/2025
Friendly staff and doctor. Brought back for triage and in a room quickly. Didn’t have to wait long to see the doctor. She explained everything and answered questions.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed on 4/23/2025
I was very pleased and I thank you all so much and have a blessed day