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Philip Schmalz, MD

Philip Schmalz, MD
Skull Base SurgeryVascular NeurosurgeryEndovascular NeurosurgeryNeurosurgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- English
About Philip Schmalz
Faculty Appointment
Assistant Professor
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Locations
- Neurosurgery Clinic in Neurosciences One at The Kirklin Clinic of UAB Hospital
- 2000 6th Avenue South, Floor 2, Birmingham, AL 35233
- Get Directions
- phone: 205-934-7170
- MULTI-D NEUROFIBROMATOSIS CLINIC AT TKC OF UAB HOSPITAL
- 2000 6th Avenue South, Floor 2, Birmingham, AL 35233
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- phone: 205-934-4983
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Duke University, 2021
- Residency: UAB, 2020
- Fellowship: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center for Harvard University, 2017
- Medical School: TULANE UNIVERSITY - SCHOOL OF MEDICINE, 2013
Board Certifications
- Neurological Surgery: American Board of Neurological Surgery, 2024
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 of 5 stars
93 ratings, 39 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 2/17/2026
Dr Schmalz is wonderful. Very caring and explains all aspects of care very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
We were pleased with how quickly appts were set up
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
Appointment times were kept, which is a rarity especially in such a large facility.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/27/2026
Every single person we encountered was amazing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2026
Everyone has done an amazing job taking care of me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
They were extremely kind and helpful and listened to all of our questions and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
Everyone was very courteous and polite
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
Just a tad disappointed because Dr. wasn’t available for my appointment. Other than that, the office is very efficient and everyone is very friendly and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2025
You guys are the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
My provider took his time and explained everything to me and answered all of my questions, and the staff was very friendly from start to finish
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
Friendly service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/23/2025
Very thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
PA was very thorough and helpful. Every member was welcoming and displayed a positive attitude.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
Everyone was patient and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2025
Everyone was very professional and truly care about their patients.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2025
I'm not so sure how I feel about the provider and it would be very helpful if there was providers closer to where I live instead of having to go to Birmingham for everything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
Bedside manners of Dr Schmalz and staff. Thoroughness of his explanation of plans forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
considerate, caring, extremely competent and knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
Dr and assistants were great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
Parking ia a nightmare... but that's ok. Enjoyed my time there.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
I was treated very well by the staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
Can't ask for friendlier people. Also they were very professional and explained every step.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2025
The staff was friendly and efficient and the doctor seemed very knowledgeable and willing to help.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
The doctor. He was very nice and talked to me like a friend and not a pariwnt
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
All of the staff is friendly and professional, from check-in to check-out. We never feel rushed. All of our questions are answered. [Name] has full confidence in Dr Schmalz.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
Dr Schmalz is amazing. Very knowledgeable and takes time with the patient explaining. The staff seem to be very prompt and everyone knows their duty for the office to flow smoothly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Very kind and patient and they take time to explain everything too you very good service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr. Schmalz is the best neurosurgeon. My husband is a patient of his.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Appointment time and preliminary vital signs testing handled expeditiously.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Dr Schmalz is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2025
The entire staff was extremely helpful and considerate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
Great staff. Dr. Schmalz was super. I did not wait very long to be seen.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2025
I went to see Dr. Schmalz and he and his team were not only RUDE but very dismissive. His physician’s assistant seemed like she was mad about being there and having to listen to my problems. Then Dr. Schmalz walked into the room and proceeds to tell me that I don’t have anything wrong with me. Proves himself wrong by measuring my brain in front of me- of course he can’t be wrong about his earlier diagnosis though because he is a brain surgeon. He was condescending the ENTIRE time I was in there. I tried to explain I just wanted help and his response was, “Don’t you know you’re in a brain surgeons office.” Yes I do. I just paid money for you to belittle me and tell me my PCP is who I should’ve continued to see. I will NEVER be back. I will NEVER recommend him. He needs to have a class in bedside manner because he LACKS in it DRASTICALLY.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2025
The doctor was amazing, so kind and pleasant and thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2025
Excellent care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
Very prompt and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2025
Seeing the specialist
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2025
Called in for appointment promptly. Doctor was courteous and explained things clearly to us and answered questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/15/2025
Dr.and staff are friendly, informative, efficient and fully explain in detail your diagnosis. I would definitely recommend them to anyone.