Big News for Birmingham Healthcare!

Get ready, ChumCity! UAB Health System just made a major move, acquiring Southview Medical Group on January 1, 2026. This means even better healthcare access for Birmingham and the surrounding areas!

What's the Deal?

This partnership is all about making top-notch primary and specialty care easier to get, right here in our community. UAB Health System is now the proud owner of Southview's awesome team of providers and facilities, including those at UAB St. Vincent’s Birmingham and UAB Medicine St. Vincent’s One Nineteen.

Why This Matters

Dawn Bulgarella, CEO of UAB Health System, is stoked about combining Southview's history of excellent, patient-focused care with UAB's resources and cutting-edge innovations. It's all about seamless access to primary care, better coordination, and giving patients the whole shebang – from prevention to the most advanced treatments.

Southview: A Birmingham Staple

For over a century, Southview Medical Group (originally Southside Medical Group and Lakeview Internal Medicine) has been taking care of Birmingham. Now, with over 30 providers specializing in everything from internal medicine to cardiology, they see over 51,000 unique patients and rack up over 130,000 visits each year!

What Southview Says

Dr. Noah Fitzpatrick, President of Southview Medical Group, is pumped to team up with UAB. He says it's a huge step for coordinated, community-based care. Patients get to keep seeing their trusted doctors while now having access to UAB's broader network, advanced tech, and tons of care options. Win-win!

A Word from UAB St. Vincent's

Kenny Shafer, CEO of UAB St. Vincent’s Birmingham, highlights Southview's longstanding commitment to patient-centered care. He emphasizes this partnership addresses a critical need for accessible primary and specialty care, creating a smooth and excellent healthcare experience for everyone.