William Burgess Jr., MD
Internal Medicine
About Me
Languages
- English
Gender
Male
What I Treat
Specialties
- Internal Medicine
My Medical Background
Medical school
University of Texas Medical School (1987)
Residency
Internal Medicine - Univ. of Virginia School of Medicine (1991)
Board certifications
- Internal Medicine
Years of experience
undefined+ years of experience
Insurance Details
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Reviews
Ratings by Category
Verified patient
Oct 2024Dr Burgess always stay on top of my current medical issues from various providers (including VA). He is a highly respected doctor by me and my entire family.
Verified patient
Oct 2024Dr Burgess is an experienced yet caring & compassionate doctor. You are fortunate to have him at Novant Health.
Verified patient
Oct 2024As always, Dr Burgess focused on my questions and concerns and provided sound medical advice.
Verified patient
Oct 2024I was able to get in quickly. Shannon was warm & reassuring. Dr Burgess spent time & effort understanding my issues & making plan to address. He asks me to keep him informed on progress so we can adjust if needed. Lab tech did great drawing blood & was considerate.
Verified patient
Oct 2024Dr Burgess is always very personal as well as professional. His nurse is great!
Verified patient
Oct 2024Love Dr Burgess and the staff at FCPM!
Verified patient
Oct 2024The entire staff at First Physicians are great. Always make you feel comfortable and welcomed.
Verified patient
Oct 2024I so appreciate Dr. Burgess and his staff. They are so caring, friendly, thorough, professional. I am blessed to have Dr. Burgess and Shannon as my providers.
Verified patient
Oct 2024Dr. Burgess is such a good doctor. I have been a patient of his for 20 years. He is my favorite doctor ever.
Verified patient
Oct 2024Fantastic staff and physician. Very punctual.
Verified patient
Oct 2024Dr Burgess is the greatest.
Verified patient
Oct 2024De Burgess is the quintessential FP provider. He is extremely professional, receptive, thoughtful, and informative. I will be saddened when he retires but so very thankful for years of compassion and expertise.
Verified patient
Oct 2024Feel like a person with Dr. Burgess. He is fantastic
Verified patient
Oct 2024Excellent Group
Verified patient
Oct 2024I was a patient of Dr. Rudisel for 31 years. I was assigned to Dr. Alli, but she was booked up. I saw Dr. Burgess, he was very nice, professional and patient. He was a wonderful replacement.
Verified patient
Oct 2024Follow up has been excellent ! Thank you !
Verified patient
Oct 2024Fantastic physician !!
Verified patient
Oct 2024Nurse was very nice and also gave me a flu shot, doctor was great as was the lady drawing blood!
Verified patient
Oct 2024Great experience. Dr Burgess is very attentive to my needs and health.
Verified patient
Oct 2024All good!
Verified patient
Oct 2024I loved my primarily Doctor William Burgress
Verified patient
Oct 2024Quality service, clean and professional
Verified patient
Oct 2024It was a early morning appointment, and handled very expeditiously and very cordially!
Verified patient
Oct 2024I have been Dr Burgess’ patient for more than 20 years. He has seen me through tough times with care and concern above and beyond. He is the physicians physician. He is a healer.
Verified patient
Oct 2024Everyone was polite, caring and interested and I received very good care.
Verified patient
Oct 2024Dr Burgess & his assistant are outstanding in every way.
Verified patient
Oct 2024I have always had a great experience with Dr. William Burgess and First Charlotte Physicians in Matthews. I appreciate their professional treatment and service.
Verified patient
Oct 2024Great service keep up the good work thank you
Verified patient
Oct 2024Dr Burgess & the staff have provided care for my wife & myself for 30+ yrs. His professional care & friendship is greatly appreciated. Staff is also excellent
Verified patient
Oct 2024Both my husband and I are grateful to be patients of Dr. Burgess. We consider both Burgess and his fine nurse Shannon to be two of our most cherished Charlotte blessings for many years. We trust and depend on their support and guidance for achieving and maintaining sound health.
Verified patient
Oct 2024Always a great experience
Verified patient
Oct 2024Continued super service and professionalism.
Verified patient
Oct 2024Always great care.
Verified patient
Oct 2024Excellent and professional
Verified patient
Oct 2024Dr Burgess - I enjoyed very much. Being almost my age, I think I had his 'ear' a bit more to my problems. Some younger Dr.'s don't take an older person seriously, I think, since as they cannot possibly know or experience something we are experiencing.
Verified patient
Aug 2024Dr. Burgess is a great doctor and a good listene
Verified patient
Aug 2024I’ve been a patient of Dr Burgess for 30 plus years! He’s my Doctor, I trust him! The office staff and his personal assistant have alway’s been professional and interested in my personal needs! Thank you
Verified patient
Aug 2024Dr Burgess is a great all round doctor
Verified patient
Aug 2024Dr. Burgess has always been very informative and there’s concern about my health and all my needs. Hopefully will continue this relationship another 30 years.
Verified patient
Aug 2024Dr Burgess and staff always provide great care.
Verified patient
Aug 2024Dr B is an excellent doctor!!!
Verified patient
Aug 2024I always have a great experience as a patient. I always receive respect and the staff is friendly as well as professional.
Verified patient
Aug 2024Dr Burgess caring and very competent care giver
Verified patient
Aug 2024Thank you to Dr. William Burgess and your team at First Charlotte Matthews location. Always so respectful of each medical concern and easy to understand follow up instructions. Although Dr. Burgess isn’t my primary care doctor he treats me as such until I meet my new doctor in April. I also am very grateful for the affordability in this medical practice being without insurance at the moment.
Verified patient
Aug 2024Dr. Burgess is professional and provides exceptional care. He has been my PCP for a long time. He continues to listen and provide excellent care for my needs. I am thankful for FCP-Matthews!
Verified patient
Aug 2024Excellent care. Great doctor, nurse and staff.
Verified patient
Aug 2024Dr Burgess is great and I am not fond of doctors but he is an exception
Verified patient
Aug 2024Great office, providers and staff
Verified patient
Jul 2024DR Burgess was very concern about my problem; and, went all out to see that my health concern was totally taken care of. He said if I had any further issues to call him. He was very caring about my health.
Verified patient
Jul 2024Great experience as always with Dr B & Shannon both, amazing caregivers!
Verified patient
Jul 2024always an excellent experience with dr burgess. he listens, recommends and is always kind and caring his nurse is always attentive and courteous.
Verified patient
Jul 2024Very pleased with visit.
Verified patient
Jul 2024Dr. Burgess is excellent in making diagnosis
Verified patient
Jul 2024Dr B is the best
Verified patient
Jul 2024Dr. Burgess had an assistant taking notes on a computer will the doctor examined me. That was nice because Dr Burgess was able to give me his full attention. Dr. Burgess engenders a sense of calm and professionalism. I recommend him highly.
Verified patient
Jul 2024Dr. Burgess and his staff are outstanding! The support staff are caring and helpful. I am so thankful that this is my medical office. I will go nowhere else. Thank you!
Verified patient
Jul 2024Dr. Burgess and staff are top notch! I trust them with my medical health.
Verified patient
Jul 2024Doctor & staff are very efficient & professional
Verified patient
Jul 2024I greatly appreciate the common sense approach that Dr. Burgess brings to my care. He is knowledgeable and caring. Top notch.
Verified patient
Jul 2024William C. Burgess is the best doctor, anyone could ever have. His attention to his patients is remarkable.
Verified patient
Jul 2024Dr Burgess is the best physician I’ve ever had! He always takes time to listen and answers all of my questions.
Verified patient
Jun 2024Dr Burgess is excellent. He has been my provider for many years.
Verified patient
Jun 2024I always feel that Dr.Burgess has my health concerns completely under control and he is always so personal and even shows a humerus side sometimes ,he is just the best and I think HE ROCKS..??
Verified patient
Jun 2024Dr Burgess and team are always a pleasure to visit, which many surely cannot also say about their PCPs. Well-oiled machine always looking for ways to keep me happy and healthy. Great experience as per usual
Verified patient
Jun 2024Staff and doctor was concerned and helpful with my issue.
Verified patient
Jun 2024Dr. Burgess is the best. Listens carefully to my issues and makes sure they get addressed.
Verified patient
Jun 2024Dr. Burgess quickly zeroed in on an unexpected problem--A Fib. He was cautious and deliberate in spelling out what I should do in the near term.
Verified patient
Jun 2024Dr Burgess remains an important member of my health care team although my cancer care is through another provider. My husband and I consider his oversight of my health care vital to my recovery and well-being. I profusely thank him for helping me be here.
Verified patient
Jun 2024Dr Burgess is the best!!!
Verified patient
Jun 2024Dr. Burgess is a great doctor. I feel fortunate to have him as my personal physician.
Verified patient
Jun 2024Dr. Burgess is a wonderful provider. He is beyond knowledgeable, listens attentively and takes his time to ensure that your care is exceptional. His follow up care is above and beyond. ( His medical assistant and staff are also just as caring. )
Verified patient
Jun 2024I always feel well cared for and am treated with great respect, with every visit.
Verified patient
May 2024Had all my questions answered and it was a good appointment.
Verified patient
May 2024Dr. Burgess and his team are outstanding providers- truly, world class. He goes way beyond the norm to continually exceed my expectations. I consider myself lucky to have him as my primary care physician. Simply put, he is the best physician I have ever had.
Verified patient
May 2024Dr. Burgess is the consummate professional: compassionate care and sound experiential wisdom.
Verified patient
May 2024Dr. Burgess Is awesome. I can't say enough positive things about him. He is like a medical ninja or maybe a superhero, who's power is healing people. He's a class act, a top notch cat.?
Verified patient
May 2024Dr Burgess and his staff are The Best!
Verified patient
May 2024Very good experience as always.
Verified patient
May 2024I have received very personalized care
Verified patient
May 2024On time, did not have to wait long.
Verified patient
May 2024Dr William Burgess, First Charlotte Physician staff & lab are very courteous & accommodating
Verified patient
May 2024Dr. Burgess and his staff are the!
Verified patient
May 2024Dr Burgess is always kind, thorough, and attentive.
Verified patient
May 2024Very pleased with my annual visit.
Verified patient
May 2024Always a grade A+ experience with Dr Burgess.
Verified patient
May 2024Friendly and professional environment.
Verified patient
May 2024Dr Burgess is the best!
Verified patient
May 2024But if I recommend my Dr to others, then more patients would mean harder to get appointments when I need one. Dr B is a very popular Dr and our family has been going to him for YEARS! Hard to find drs you can trust and put your health in their hands!
Verified patient
Apr 2024I trust Dr. Burgess with my health care.
Verified patient
Apr 2024Dr Burgess is excellent and I highly recommend him.
Verified patient
Apr 2024We drive almost 3 hours to see Dr Burgess, he is awzome.?
Verified patient
Apr 2024The care and understanding from Dr Burgess and his staff was exceptional. Without his thorough exam, and recommendations, my appendix would have ruptured while I was out of town for a racing event.
Verified patient
Apr 2024Dr Burgess was awesome.
Verified patient
Apr 2024The doctor, staff and team was most pleasant, respectful and efficient during my visit. Always a help whenever I come in.
Verified patient
Apr 2024Dr. Burgress is very knowledgeable, and attentive. He always offers health options and goes over my health expectations.
Verified patient
Apr 2024It was a quick productive appointment.
Verified patient
Apr 2024Dr B & Staff are the absolute best!
Verified patient
Apr 2024Dr. Burgess is an excellent physician. He is always up-to-date on current medical practices and provides that information to the patient, accordingly. He is personable and easy to engage in conversation.
Verified patient
Apr 2024Great care
Verified patient
Apr 2024Dr. Burgess has been my primary care physician for around thirty years. The care has been consistently excellent.
Verified patient
Apr 2024Great Doctor, nurses, lab techs, and front desk staff
Verified patient
Apr 2024I couldn't be happier with the care that I receive at Novant Health. Dr. William Burgess is such a blessing to me and my family. As a retired nurse of 39 years, I can tell you from my experience that he is the best of the best. He always reviews my chart, labs, meds and recent tests. He gives a thorough examination and includes me in the plan of care. He is very professional, knowledgeable, compassionate, and respectful. His nurse and staff are excellent as well.
Verified patient
Mar 2024Wonderful Doctor and his nutse
Verified patient
Mar 2024Dr. Burgess is a great listener. I am always comfortable in following his directions. I look forward to my visits with Dr. Burgess. I know he has the overall health of all of his patients in mind.
Verified patient
Mar 2024Dr Burgess & his staff are great. Provided care for myself & family for 30 yrs
Verified patient
Mar 2024My PCP ALWAYS LISTENS CAREFULLY TO WHAT I TELL HIM AND SO DOES HIS STAFF AT ALL LEVELS. I never feel as though my pcp doesn’t care about what I have to say.
Verified patient
Mar 2024Dr. Burgess is our family physican and we trust him to take good care of us. He is very caring and knowledgeable.
Verified patient
Mar 2024Dr. Burgess gives a personal touch to visits. He not only listens intently but also thinks out of the box while extending the solutions and suggestions. This assures me that we are partnering in my healthcare needs. He always goes a step further by demonstrating concern regarding family i.e. inquiring about their well-being. When he walks with me to lab or the check-out station, it's as though he's placing his approval and signature on visit. Truly, he is one in a million! I love my doctor~
Verified patient
Mar 2024Dr. Burgess and his staff set the highest standards of medical service.
Verified patient
Mar 2024Dr. Burgess has consistently provided good medical treatment and advice over the years. Thank you Dr. B and team!
Verified patient
Mar 2024My doctor William Burgress was the ultimate physician that seemed to have reviewed all of my medical data and reports to provide a thorough diagnosis and treatment of my medical condition and measures to enhance my health.
Verified patient
Mar 2024I have had very positive and informative experiences with exams, questions, and any concerns relative to my health, anytime I see Dr. Burgess and his fine team of professional assistants. I have several friends who are also patients of his, and they all say the same. He is a fine and caring physician in whom I have trust, and know he will give expert advice.
Verified patient
Mar 2024Front desk folks are always on top of their job and are friendly
Verified patient
Mar 2024Always treated well at FCP - Ben a patient for over 20 years.
Verified patient
Mar 2024Dr Burgess and team are always the best, including this visit.
Verified patient
Mar 2024Dr. Burgess is the best
Verified patient
Mar 2024Dr. Burgess has been our physician for 29 years and we have such confidence in him. He is kind he is empathetic and he is very professional. He saved my eyesight. He is a credit to the medical profession.
Verified patient
Mar 2024Dr Burgess and his nurse Shannon are the best
Verified patient
Mar 2024Dr Burgess is wonderful. He genuinely cares. He is an excellent doctor and problem solver. He responds quickly on MyChart. He is The best!
Verified patient
Mar 2024Always trust Dr. Burgess to give good advice and what’s best for me.
Verified patient
Mar 2024Outstanding professional service!
Verified patient
Mar 2024Dr.B is awesome
Verified patient
Mar 2024Dr Burgess is one of the absolute best doctors anywhere!
Verified patient
Mar 2024Very polite and efficient!!!
Verified patient
Mar 2024Extremely pleasant with no stress. Dr. Burgess is the very best.
Verified patient
Feb 2024Dr. BURGESS & his staff are the best
Verified patient
Feb 2024Staff and Dr very caring
Verified patient
Feb 2024This doctor is exceptional
Verified patient
Feb 2024Dr Burgess is the best.
Verified patient
Feb 2024I trust Dr Burgess and his nurse completely as they are extremely knowledgeable, up to date on the latest medical facts, caring, and treat you with the upmost care. I consider myself truly blessed to have Dr William Burgess as my primary physician.
Verified patient
Feb 2024Dr Burgess is THE BEST
Verified patient
Feb 2024Went well as usual
Verified patient
Feb 2024Dr, Burgess and his staff are caring, personable, and efficient . I feel so blessed to be in Dr. Burgess’s care. He takes so much time at each visit, listens to my concerns about my health and follows up on any of my concerns.
Verified patient
Feb 2024Dr Burgess is an excellent doctor.
Verified patient
Feb 2024Waited long time (approx 30 minutes) For lab tech to finally take blood sample. There was only one person ahead of me waiting. No one was in lab.
Verified patient
Feb 2024Dr Burgess is wonderful
Verified patient
Feb 2024Dr Burgess took ownership of my health issues.I felt very confident that my health care was in good hands.
Verified patient
Feb 2024Dr Burgess went over my lab results with me and we discussed my meds and plans to continue on a healthy path for me.
Verified patient
Feb 2024As always, Dr. Burgess was why I continue at First Charlotte. He is so patient,thoughtful, and very informative about my status. I could use the primary care at my retirement community but I will continue at Novant until either Dr. Burgess retires or I stop driving, whichever comes first.
Verified patient
Feb 2024Fabulous Doctor!!!!
Verified patient
Feb 2024Dr. Burgess and his staff are always friendly, attentive, thorough and professional whenever I visit. I trust Dr. Burgess with all my health care needs. He provides excellent knowledge and guidance whenever I need to see a specialist.
Verified patient
Feb 2024Dr. Burgess is very competent and caring physician. I have complete trust in his opinion and he always takes the time to answer my questions. I feel like I am in good hands with him concerning my health.
Verified patient
Jan 2024My visit was handled promptly with minimum waiting.
Verified patient
Jan 2024Excellent provider, wonderful staff. Always exceptional!
Verified patient
Jan 2024Dr Burgess is always kind, genuinely interested and professional!
Verified patient
Jan 2024Experience with Dr. Burgess, has always been very satisfying and he always cares about your wellbeing.
Verified patient
Jan 2024The kindness in care of my doctor and his staff seems very personal, and makes me feel very cared for. I am confident in his care and concern for me and his assistant is so sweet
Verified patient
Jan 2024I always feel like my health is the priority while I am there .
Verified patient
Jan 2024Dr Burgess is always professional and treats his patients with respect. He answers questions and listens to my concerns. I am always pleased and relieved after a visit.
Verified patient
Jan 2024Dr. William Burgess is an excellent physician and takes the time to sit down and listen to any medical issues you may have at that time. I have full trust in Doctor Burgess and have been a patient of his for over 20 years and will continue to stay that way.
Verified patient
Jan 2024I experienced a medical emergency while I was there. Dr. Burgess and his staff handled the episode with exceptional care and concern. Dr. Burgess even took time to follow up personally after I returned home.
Verified patient
Jan 2024Dr. Burgess is the best need to increase his income
Verified patient
Jan 2024Dr. Burgess and his staff are wonderful!!
Verified patient
Jan 2024Dr. Burgess is the best doctor I've ever had. He listens to my issues and always provides good guidance and suggestions. I never feel rushed. Excellent doctor.
Verified patient
Jan 2024Really like Dr. B and respect the care and attention he gives to me. Can always contact him later through MyChart and he answers promptly.
Verified patient
Jan 2024My doctor burgess is the very best. I am so grateful at 91 that he takes great care of me. ??
Verified patient
Jan 2024Dr. Burgess always listens to any concerns or questions that I may have. Very professional.
Verified patient
Jan 2024Burgess is great. Thorough.
Verified patient
Jan 2024Dr. William Burgess and his staff are wonderful. He has been my doctor for years and years and he is the best doctor I’ve had. Several of my friends say that now that they are over 70, they feel that their doctors don’t really try to “cure” whatever is wrong with them, but I don’t feel that way about Dr. Burgess at all. He is caring, compassionate, and always well informed about anything that is bothering me.
Verified patient
Jan 2024Dr. Burgess and his staff are great!
Verified patient
Jan 2024Love Dr Burgess. Great man and physician.
Verified patient
Dec 2023I am extremely happy with my Doctor and his staff.
Verified patient
Dec 2023Have been seeing Dr Burgess for 13 years now and have always received excellent treatment and support.
Verified patient
Dec 2023Dr Burgess and his staff always deliver personalized, compassionate, and professional care. I have referred to this practice numerous times.
Verified patient
Dec 2023The staff were very friendly and courteous and I enjoy having the doctor I have which is Dr.Burgess
Verified patient
Dec 2023I have been seeing Dr Burgess for many years, and he is excellent.
Verified patient
Dec 2023Dr Burgess and his staff were awesome was a great visit
Verified patient
Dec 2023I definitely don’t like going to the doctor but I know it’s important for me to stay healthy so there’s no where else I would go Tops in my book
Verified patient
Dec 2023I have always had a great relationship with Dr Burgess and have always felt I have been given the best medical care possible.
Verified patient
Dec 2023As always it is a pleasure to see Dr Burgess weather my yearly or a sick visit ...he just has to be the best doctor ever ...in fact my husband and our 50 year old son Chris are patients with Dr Burgess as well ...
Verified patient
Dec 2023Dr. Burgess is always very good at making sure my specific needs and questions are addressed.
Verified patient
Dec 2023Dr Burgess is a very knowledgeable and caring doctor. I am lucky to be in his care.
Verified patient
Dec 2023Dr Burgess and his staff are excellent, and I highly recommend.
Verified patient
Dec 2023This team should be used to teach others at NH what customer service should be. Going to the Dr. Is not a pleasureable experience but Dr Burgess manages to make it more of a personal going to see a friend visit.
Verified patient
Dec 2023Dr. Burgess always listens and takes time to explain what is necessary
Verified patient
Dec 2023Dr Burgess is the best!!! He makes me feel like I am a friend. He cares about me and my health.
Verified patient
Dec 2023Longstanding relationship with Dr Burgess...
Verified patient
Dec 2023Knowledgeable, professional staff!
Verified patient
Dec 2023First Charlotte Physicians in Matthews is great! Dr. Burgess never disappoints.
Verified patient
Dec 2023Novant First Charlotte Physicians is across town for me, YET I do not hesitate to come here because the care is outstanding! From the front desk, to the lab techs, but especially Dr Burgess and his team, the care is exemplary. I have yet to have had any negative experience with Novant. I am most pleased and I continue to recommend Novant to friends and family. Thank you!
Verified patient
Dec 2023Dr Burgess is without a doubt one of the best physicians that I have received care from. He's thorough and professional. Plus he has a genuine interest in my well being. He is also pesronable. And, I trust him 100%. My experience with him and those that work with him has always been good.
Verified patient
Nov 2023Dr. Burgess is the best physician I have known. Professional with excellent communication skills.
Verified patient
Nov 2023I wish the world has more doctors like Dr Burgess. He a very wonderful, caring gentleman.
Verified patient
Nov 2023Dr Burgess is a wonderful doctor. I totally trust him.
Verified patient
Nov 2023I have been going to Dr. Burgess since around 1995 and I have been completely satisfied with him as my physician, and I completely trust him to take care of my needs and to inform me on things I should be trying to improve and thank him for saving my life ,Constantly for him finding my cancer in 2006 . I am sincerely very thankful for Dr. William Burgess.
Verified patient
Nov 2023Dr. Burgess and the staff have always been great. I’m very happy with my experience and I trust them with my personal care.
Verified patient
Nov 2023Professional friendly care
Verified patient
Nov 2023I received excellent care !!!! Dr. Burgess and his staff are awesome !!!!
Verified patient
Nov 2023Dr Burgess is SUPER! He listens, he explains, he makes any necessary referrals. He is very understanding about your concerns. He goes the extra mile.
Verified patient
Nov 2023Always a good visit. Dr B is the best!
Verified patient
Nov 2023The visit was very efficient. i was in and out quickly but had all of my concerns addressed. Dr Burgess is the best!
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Location
Wheelchair accessible
1401 Matthews Township Parkway, Suite 200
Matthews, NC 28105
Phone: 704-384-6901
Fax: 704-384-6902