Client Testimonials

Amazing is the best way to describe Dr. Parvez Sultan and his staff. I was referred to Dr. Sultan after being diagnosed with lung cancer. He moved very fast and ended up getting all of my cancer. Not only are they caring and compassionate, but they are very skilled. One note: my scar, from removing 1/3 of my lung is almost non-existent. Do not hesitate when you are referred or if you are just looking for a very skilled and compassionate cardio-thoracic surgeon.

- Melissa Nichols

St. Vincent's East

Founded in 1946 as East End Memorial Hospital, St.Vincent’s East, formerly Medical Center East, relocated to its present site in 1985 continuing a tradition of growth in facilities, medical technology, and uncompromising care in health and medical services. St. Vincent’s East offers premier programs in Primary Care, Orthopedics, Obstetrics, Cardiovascular Services, Cancer Treatment, and Emergency Services, as well as comprehensive programs in Diabetes, Endoscopy, Continence, Same-Day Surgery, Digestive Disorders, Sleep Disorders, and Surgical Weight Loss.

St. Vincent’s East is one of five facilities that make up the St. Vincent’s Health System. Part of Ascension Health, the largest non-profit and Catholic-owned health organization in the country, St. Vincent's East provides a special brand of high-touch, high-tech quality care to people throughout the Eastern Birmingham communities. Its cancer and cardiovascular programs have received national recognition.

Our St. Vincent's East Staff:

Dr. John Harlan
Dr. Stanley Lochridge
Wendy Cornelius, PA-C
Steve Sentenn, PA-C
Kimberlee Johnson, PA-C
Sharon Payne, Surgery Scheduler
Phyllis Degrado, Receptionist
Cindy Chandler, RN

Research: Mary Beth Harlan, RN and Jose Barrantes, Research Coordinator