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Roxana Carcelen, MD

Roxana Carcelen, MD
PulmonologyInternal MedicineSleep Medicine
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Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- Spanish
- English
About Roxana Carcelen
Biography
Roxana I. Carcelen, M.D. graduated from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Medical School in 1987. She completed her residency in internal medicine at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Carcelen then completed her fellowship training in pulmonary and critical care medicine at UAB, with additional sleep medicine training during her time at UAB. She then transitioned into the Medicine Department Chair position at Brookwood Medical Hospital.
Faculty Appointment
Associate Professor
Locations
- Pulmonary Clinic of UAB Hospital at UAB Medical West
- 5000 Medical West Way, Suite 602, Bessemer, AL 35022
- Get Directions
- phone: 205-934-5864
- Pulmonary Clinic at Uab Medicine Hoover
- 501 Emery Drive West, Floor 2, Hoover, AL 35244
- Get Directions
- phone: 205-996-5864
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: UAB Hospital, 1995
- Residency: Henry Ford Hospital, 1992
- Medical School: Cayetano Heredia, 1987
Board Certifications
- Pulmonary Disease: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1994
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 of 5 stars
235 ratings, 81 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 3/24/2026
I love Dr. Carcelen. She is so thorough. She always explains things well. She answer all my questions. The nurse was exceptional as well. My appointment went really well and fast.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/24/2026
We love Dr. R. Carcelen!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/20/2026
Really liked the doctor and staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/2/2026
Actually referred a friend the morning after my appointment. Dr. Carcelen is great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2026
They were very helpful with my problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
Friendly and very professional!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
Friendly staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
It is not good that I have to wait 4 months for a sleep study!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/16/2026
Doctor & staff great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2026
Attending ""nurse"" was outstanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/9/2026
Pleasant, helpful and caring Doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
Dr Carcelen is really one of the best physicians I have ever seen. She is very thorough, kind and pleasant… wish all of my providers were like her
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
The doctor and staff are amazing!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2026
I recommend it to prevent other issues in the future for sleep problems not treat it
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2026
Very professional and courteous staff. Very impressed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2026
Great staff. Clean facility.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
Excellent presentation, discussion, answering questions, giving suggestions Exam was through,not many doctors exam patients any more Thanks for having excellent staf
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
Only that UAB Highlands Hospital is great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
The support staff and Dr. Roxana Carcelen were excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2025
Well oiled machine. Wait time non-existent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
Excellent service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Dr Carcelen is so very good. She helps me so very much!! Her staff support her great!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
The staff were amazing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Everyone in this office was very friendly and helpful!❤️
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Everyone was very welcoming, polite, and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
Great service from all staff!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
It was fast and efficient like never before.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
Great job 👏
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2025
confidence in my doctor’ experience to keep me well; well run procedures and exams.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2025
It was my first visit and I was extremely impressed!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2025
Dr Roxana Carcelen is a wonderful lady!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
Wonderful, well-oiled machine. No wait time, professional service, friendly people, loved my doctor, Dr. Carcelen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Everyone from check in to check out was so nice and very professional!
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
The hole reason for the sleep study was to see how severe my apnea was for possible GLP1 to help with weight loss and apnea , when I came back for the results the Dr advised she doesn't have time to manage patients for GLP. Not satisfied with her that she doesn't have time for her patients . Won't be back !!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
Friendly staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
The provider took her time to talk to me. In the 2 years I have went to a different provider I never even met the physician and the NP was in and out of the room and never had a conversation with me. I had a great experience and highly recommend this physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
The location is perfect, the staff is well trained with great personalities. I really like Dr. Carcelen and the care she provides.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2025
Doctor was very rude in answering questions. Seemed only interested in CPAP issues and not other breathing concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
Great staff except for the nurse (? one who took vitals) was rude
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
Waited about five minutes to be called back which is amazing. Everyone was very nice and and completely annswered my questions.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
The facility was clean and the staff efficient!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2025
Excellent service by the Doctor and Staff!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
Roderick was awesome and so was Dr. C!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
No. It was good. Took a while to get the appointment which is probably typical these days.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
Atmosphere
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2025
No, I was completely satisfied with my visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2025
This was the second time visiting. The staff were so helpful on both occasions as well as the doctor. The environment, staff and doctor are noticeably better than any other medical experience I've had. They are doing something different and better than other providers. Excellent experience!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2025
I had a great experience, the staff and the physician were very welcoming, friendly and professional and I felt very comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/5/2025
Gorgeous facility that we are paying for!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
Dr. Carcelen and her team at UAB West Pulmonology are fabulous! Caring, thoughtful, patient oriented, etc...
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Dr Roxana Carcelen is smart and explain things well. She takes her time with her patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Reception friendly, helpful and polite. Check in nurse and doctor as well. Listen to my needs and concerns and want to make sure that I get the right treatment for my narcolepsy disorder.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
The staff were great. Everything was discussed in full detail on my health and the plans to keep me in good health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2025
The staff was very helpful and friendly. The wait time was very short. Dr. Carcelen listened and determined a different plan for my apena.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
Doc listened and showed genuine interest.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
Informative and stress free
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
Clean, organized, friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/4/2025
I went to a new doctor and I like her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/4/2025
It was a great experience and very helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
Very clean facility, beautifully designed building is very calming
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2025
Rooms were clean , staff and provider was excellent no long wait time very efficient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
Convenient location and friendly, very professional staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
I loved the entire hospital! People were friendly, smiling and helpful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
Timely and efficient!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
Ease of access to the site and Dr Carcelen taking time to make sure I got my needs taken care of.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
Extremely professional and friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
Well the room was clean the people that check you in was very professional and doctor was very helpful she answer all my question and concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
Extremely professional and thorough. Excellent care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
Excellent service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
Great experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
Thanks so much for the services render to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
Dr Carcelen is great. Timely visit. No sitting around waiting for an hour. Attention to your needs and good listening skills. Nicholas the intake clinician was great and also listens well
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/25/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2025
No. Great experience, great doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/22/2025
Great doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2025
Great facility and staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2025
Nice drs
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/15/2025
Ample parking, efficient check in process, clean facility, modern technology and friendly staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/15/2025
Associates were very courteous and professional