Internal Medicine Associates
Internal Medicine • Opelika, AL
Clinic Type
Internal Medicine
Address
121 N. 20th Street, Building 6, Opelika, AL 36801
Phone
(334) 749-3385
noreply@iqhealth.com
Opening Hours
Monday–Friday 7:30am–4:30pm (hours may vary by provider)
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FAQs
What are the hours for Internal Medicine Associates?
Hours include 7:30am–4:30pm Monday through Friday; exact hours may vary by provider.
What are the hours?
7:30am–4:30pm (hours shown for each day on the page).
How can I get directions?
Get directions on the page or via Google Maps links.
Who are the providers at this location?
Ben Drake, D.O.; Michael T. Gunter, M.D.; Lisa Forehand, M.D.; Shashi Sharma, M.D.; Justin Campbell, M.D.; Robert C. Patton, M.D.; and others listed on the Providers at this location section.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Yelp/Apple Maps aggregation: 2.3/5
Patients praise
- some long-term patients report positive experiences with specific doctors and staff members
- general appreciation for the care provided by doctors and nurses
Common complaints
- administrative and staffing issues, such as difficulty scheduling appointments and referrals
- billing and financial concerns causing stress to patients
- concerns regarding medication prescription policies
"Absolutely incompetent staff. Not sure how the actual doctors are there. I have been waiting over a month for them to schedule my appointment..."
— LocalityBiz review"I enjoy the care from the doctors and nurses in the Internal medicine building. However..... billing has caused me great stress..."
— MapQuest reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
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- GO FOR A WALK - Internal Medicine Associates — Jul 30, 2025
- Nathan A. Stanton, PA - Physician Assistant in Opelika, AL — May 14, 2026
- What Is Done in Speech Therapy? Preferred Medical Group - Opelika — Nov 5, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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