Alabama Internal Medicine: Experienced Primary Care in Trussville, Alabama
Our goal is simple. Experienced medicine, personal attention and accessible care close to home.
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Our Story
At the center of that story is Dr. Steven J. Kulback. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1978 and has built a career in internal medicine ever since. His experience extends beyond routine clinical practice: Dr. Kulback has also served as a principal investigator in clinical research, including research registered with the U.S. National Library of Medicine’s ClinicalTrials.gov.
That combination of longevity, clinical experience and research involvement gives him a perspective developed over decades of caring for adults with a wide range of healthcare needs.
A Career, and a Practice, Built Over Decades
1973
A National Championship
Steven Kulback played football for the University of Alabama under Paul “Bear” Bryant, was part of the 1973 National Championship team and lettered for the Crimson Tide in 1973 and 1974. He graduated cum laude.
1978
Medical degree
Dr. Kulback earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine and began a career in internal medicine.
1985
Air Force service
He completed his internal medicine residency while serving in the United States Air Force, and received the United States Air Force Commendation Medal.
1989
The practice begins
Two established private practices, Eastern Internists and Tilt and Byram, merged to form Alabama Internal Medicine, PC, near what is now UAB St. Vincent’s East. Dr. Kulback has been part of the practice since the beginning.
2016
A second physician
Nicholas Echemendia, MD joined the practice, continuing its commitment to comprehensive adult healthcare.
Today
On Vann Road
In 2020 the practice moved to its current location in the Trussville area. We continue to care for established patients while welcoming new ones from Trussville, Birmingham and surrounding communities.
A Career, and a Practice, Built Over Decades
Today
On Vann Road2016
A second physician1989
The practice begins1985
Air Force service1978
Medical degree1973
A National ChampionshipFrom the Crimson Tide to a Career in Medicine
He was part of Alabama’s 1973 National Championship team and lettered for the Crimson Tide in both 1973 and 1974, graduating cum laude before beginning the next chapter of his career. He went on to serve in the United States Air Force, completing his internal medicine residency during those years and receiving the Air Force Commendation Medal in 1985.
The discipline, commitment and connection to Alabama that shaped those early years remain part of the story behind Alabama Internal Medicine today.
Adult Primary Care With a Whole-Patient Perspective
We focus on understanding the whole patient: current symptoms, medical history, medications, laboratory findings, risk factors, lifestyle and existing health conditions. Individual treatment recommendations depend on each patient’s health history, symptoms, examination and medical needs.
Care for adults 18 and older
Available in our office
Experience Is the Thing Technology Cannot Replace
What experience provides is perspective. Dr. Kulback has cared for patients through generations of change in healthcare, and that depth matters in internal medicine, where symptoms and health conditions do not always exist independently of one another.
Our philosophy
We want to help patients understand their health, identify potential concerns, manage existing medical conditions and make informed decisions about their ongoing care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Alabama Internal Medicine, PC is an adult primary care and internal medicine practice located in the Trussville area of Birmingham, Alabama. The practice provides preventive healthcare, chronic disease management and other medical services for adults age 18 and older.
Steven J. Kulback, MD is an internal medicine physician who graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1978 and has practiced internal medicine ever since. He has been part of Alabama Internal Medicine since the practice began.
Yes. Before becoming a physician, Steven Kulback played football for the University of Alabama under legendary coach Bear Bryant. He was part of the 1973 National Championship team and lettered in 1973 and 1974.
Nicholas Echemendia, MD joined the practice in 2016, and Carrie Cole, certified physician assistant, also sees patients. All three providers care for adults across the full range of services the practice offers.
Yes. Walk-ins and same-day appointments are available. Call Alabama Internal Medicine at 205-838-3200 for assistance.
Alabama Internal Medicine provides primary care for adults age 18 and older.
The practice provides adult primary care, preventive healthcare, chronic disease management and wellness services. Additional in-office services include ultrasound imaging, bone mineral density testing, joint injections and select minor dermatologic procedures.
Yes. Chronic disease management is one of the practice’s primary areas of care. The appropriate evaluation, monitoring and treatment plan depends on each patient’s individual medical needs.
Alabama Internal Medicine is at 3536 Vann Road, Suite B, Birmingham, AL 35235, in the Trussville area of greater Birmingham. The office is accessible from I-59 and I-459.
Call 205-838-3200 to contact the Alabama Internal Medicine office about scheduling an appointment or same-day availability.
Primary Care for Trussville and Greater Birmingham
The office is accessible from I-59 and I-459, so patients can reach us without traveling into downtown Birmingham.
Looking for an Internist in Trussville?
New patients are welcome, walk-ins are accepted, and same-day appointments are available.