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Dr. Christopher Girkin, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 57
Dr. Christopher Girkin, MD
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Dr. Christopher Girkin, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Birmingham, AL.
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Dr. Christopher Girkin, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 57
Birmingham, AL
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience
Dr. Christopher Girkin, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Birmingham, AL.

About

Dr. Girkin graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine. Dr. Christopher Girkin, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Birmingham, AL and has 31 years experience. Dr. Girkin currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with UAB Hospital. Dr. Girkin has experience treating conditions like Optic Neuritis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Girkin received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 4 times. Dr. Girkin's office accepts new patients. Dr. Girkin is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Optic Neuritis
Ocular Hypertension
Glaucoma
Optic Neuritis
Ocular Hypertension
Glaucoma
Optic Neuritis
Ocular Hypertension
Glaucoma
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Accommodation Disorders
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Astigmatism
Blepharitis
Cataract
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Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Dry Eyes
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Eyelid Disorders
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Retinal Ischemia
Senile Cataracts
Tear Duct Disorders
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Cataract Removal Surgery
Glaucoma Surgery
Acute Endophthalmitis
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Chalazion
Chorioretinal Scars
Chronic Endophthalmitis
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Contusion of the Eyeball
Corneal Diseases
Corneal Ulcer
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diplopia
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Dislocation of Lens
Disorder of Choroid
Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
Drusen
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Endophthalmitis
Entropion
Esotropia
Exotropia
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Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Hypertensive Retinopathy
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Juvenile Macular Degeneration
Keratitis
Keratoconus
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Visual Field Defects
Vitreous Hemorrhage
B-Scan Ultrasound
Contact Lens Treatment
Coreoplasty
Eye Test
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Farnsworth Lantern Test
Goniotomy
Iridectomy
Iridoplasty
Iridotomy
Scleral Reinforcement Surgery
Ultrasound, Eye
Vision Screening
Vitrectomy
Vitreoretinal Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama PPO
  • Open Access Plus
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Locations

  1. 1 Alabama Lions Sight Convervation
    700 18th St S, Birmingham, AL 35233
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 325-8620
  2. 2 UAB Callahan Eye Hospital Clinic
    501 Emery Dr W Ste 1101A, Hoover, AL 35244
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 325-8620
  3. 3 UAB Callahan Eye Hospital
    1720 University Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35233
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (802) 222-8816
  4. 4 Alabama Med & Surgical Foot Center
    1960 Gadsden Hwy Ste 120, Birmingham, AL 35235
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 325-8620

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Jan 12, 2022
Dr. Girkin has been my glaucoma specialist for over 20 years. He always explains the test results and asks if you have any questions. I agree with the other reviewer that he has always been honest with me, I trust him and would not want to see anyone else.
— Jan 12, 2022
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
    1993
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
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Dr. Christopher Girkin, MD is affiliated with UAB Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Christopher Girkin, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UAB Hospital

    1802 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL