Care Philosophy

My goal is to partner with my patients in providing evidenced based care with compassion so that they may achieve their best possible quality of life.

About Jim B. McPhail, MD

Dr. Jim McPhail is a dedicated gastroenterologist practicing in Birmingham, AL. Committed to providing exceptional care to his patients, he specializes in colon cancer screenings, inflammatory bowel disease, swallowing disorders, and more.
 
Dr. McPhail earned his Doctor of Medicine from the Medical College of Georgia. He then completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Gastroenterology and Hepatology Fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association and the American College of Gastroenterology.
 
In his free time, Dr. McPhail enjoys grilling, running, and spending time with his wife and two children. He is also an active member of Briarwood Presbyterian Church.

Conditions & Procedures

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux & GERD
  • Colitis
  • Colon Cancer Screening
  • Constipation
  • Crohn’s & Ulcerative Colitis
  • Diarrhea
  • Hepatitis
  • Indigestion
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Liver Disease
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Capsule Endoscopy (Pill Cam)
  • Colonoscopy (Screening & Diagnostic)
  • EGD (Upper Endoscopy)
  • Enteroscopy (Small & Large Bowel)
  • Esophageal Dilation
  • Esophageal pH Testing (Bravo)
  • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
  • PEG Placement

Office Locations

Primary Location

Picture of the Brookwood Office

Brookwood

513 Brookwood Blvd.
Building D, Suite 401
Birmingham, AL 35209

Phone: 205-870-0256
Fax: 877-342-3339

Additional Locations

Prattville

645 McQueen Smith Rd.
Suite 106
Prattville, AL 36066

Phone: 205-870-0256
Fax: 877-342-3339

Directions

Procedure Locations

Having a procedure? It may not always be in the same location where you consulted with your doctor. Check with your doctor to make sure you’re headed to the right place.

Education

Medical

Medical College Of Georgia

Residency

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

Fellowship

The University of Alabama at Birmingham, Gastroenterology

Professional Highlights

Certifications

Board Certified, Internal Medicine

Professional Memberships

  • American College of Gastroenterology
  • American Gastroenterological Association