C. Calvert Dodson III, MD, FACP

A most important connection for me with my current physician, Dr. Cal Dodson, occurred before he actually began practice. I had been in practice as an internist/nephrologist by myself for some time and was trying to get a young doctor to join me. Cal, who had completed his residency, was the target. One of our first meetings was at a local pub/restaurant named Wanda June’s. I brought along our youngest child, a daughter, someone closer to Cal’s age, for support. We had a grand time and after some contract haggling (our two lawyers didn’t like each other and Cal’s girlfriend, later his wife, worked for his lawyer’s firm), eventually ironed it out. Cal and I got along fine all the while. I think that contract issue was the only significant struggle we ever had. We had many years of happy practice together and from my viewpoint at least we still enjoy each other’s company. When I retired in 2002 Cal was my doctor, and has continued in that role since joining MDVIP. During that time I have had a CABG X3, a left carotid endarterectomy, repair of a ruptured quadriceps tendon, a TAVR procedure for aortic stenosis (which Cal discovered), and a pacemaker placement for heart block occurring shortly after the TAVR procedure. Cal has seen me through all of this for which I am most appreciative. 

Other than Dr Dodson taking care of the many health care needs I have …..he and his staff are prompt , competent, friendly and seem to make me feel that I am special as well as they care. I have been a patient of Red Mountain Internist group for over twenty years and with Dr Dodson over ten years. This year Will mark my 91st year on this earth which can be attributed in some respect to the care I have received. In respect to some special instances, it likely was the time I had a stroke six years ago and my wife called him in the early morning to report what was happening and after a few questions he diagnosed my condition and gave instructions that were correct.

Having relocated to Birmingham from Nashville two years ago where I was a patient of a wonderful MDVIP practice, I was somewhat apprehensive about a new physician in a new community. Dr Dodson, and his staff, quickly and professionally turned my apprehension to appreciation. He is always available, and manages every detail of my health care needs. When hospitalized...as I have been twice while under his care... once seriously with double pneumonia, he quickly reached out to manage my care...coordinating other specialists, lab tests, and various scans and x rays. As a result, my hospital stay was very brief with minimum time in intensive care.
My physicals are always thorough..with each detail recorded on his laptop.. with follow up as necessary, each step is coordinated and scheduled . He encourages me to follow my diet...maintain my weight...and stay on top of my exercise routine. Following my exam, each item in my lab work is reviewed and explained in detail...questions are encouraged..and always answered.
This practice from the receptionist/office manager, phlebotomist, nurse..and Dr Dodson himself deliver exceptional health care..highly recommended.
IT IS AS GOOD AS IT GETS..

My husband suddenly passed away 12 years ago, It was so unlikely I was not prepared. Dr. Dodson has stood by me and helped me through many health problems, I have been so blessed to be able to call his office and get immediate action . I feel so blessed.