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Dr. John Parker, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 69
Dr. John Parker, MD
4.9 (98 Ratings)
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Dr. John Parker, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Vestavia, AL.
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Dr. John Parker, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 69
Vestavia, AL
Accepting new patients
38 years of experience
Dr. John Parker, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Vestavia, AL.

About

Dr. Parker graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1986 and completed a residency at Callahan Eye Foundation Hospital.Dr. John Parker, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Vestavia, AL and has 38 years experience. Dr. Parker currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with UAB Hospital. Dr. Parker has experience treating conditions like Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Parker received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 98 times. Dr. Parker's office accepts new patients. Dr. Parker is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Cornea Surgery
Cornea Transplant
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Cornea Surgery
Cornea Transplant
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Corneal Diseases
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Blepharitis
Cataract
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Chalazion
Corneal Ulcer
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diplopia
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Drusen
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Dry Eyes
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Eye Cancer
Eye Infections
Eye Melanoma
Eye Pain
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Floaters
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Glaucoma
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Hypertensive Retinopathy
Iridocyclitis
Keratitis
Keratoconus
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Malignant Neoplasm of Eye
Migraine
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Ophthalmoplegic Migraine
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pterygium
Senile Cataracts
Tear Duct Disorders
Cataract Removal Surgery
Excision or Destruction of Lesion of Cornea
Eyelid Surgery
Glaucoma Surgery
Pterygium Surgery
Acquired Coloboma
Acute Endophthalmitis
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Anterior Ischemic Optic Neuropathy
Anterior Scleritis
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Astigmatism
Bell's Palsy
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blocked Tear Duct
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Chorioretinitis
Chronic Conjunctivitis
Chronic Endophthalmitis
Conjunctiva Degeneration Deposit
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
Contusion of the Eyeball
Corneal Abrasion or Laceration
Corneal Erosion
Corneal Scar
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)
Dislocation of Lens
Disorder of Choroid
Endophthalmitis
Esotropia
Exotropia
Farsightedness
Focal Chorioretinitis and Focal Retinochoroiditis
Foveal and Macular Hypoplasia
Graves' Disease
Herpetic Keratitis
Hypertropia
Hyphema
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Hypopyon
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Hypotony of Eye
Hypotropia
Iris Ciliary Degeneration
Lagophthalmos
Lazy Eye
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Nearsightedness
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Ocular Hypertension
Periorbital Cellulitis
Pigment Dispersion Syndrome
Pinguecula
Presbyopia
Progressive High Myopia
Purulent Endophthalmitis
Retinal Cysts
Retinal Dystrophy
Retinal Ischemia
Retinoschisis
Sarcoidosis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Strabismus
Stye
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Thyroid Disease
Trichiasis
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Blepharitis
Uveitis
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Vascular Disease
Visual Field Defects
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (ALK)
Anterior Segment Surgical Procedure
Anterior Vitrectomy
B-Scan Ultrasound
Biopsy of Cornea
Blepharorrhaphy
Conjunctivoplasty
Cornea Tattooing
Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking (CXL)
Corneal Tattooing
Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK)
Descemet's Stripping Automated Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSAEK)
Destruction of Lesion of Retina and Choroid
Dilation of Outflow Canal
Excision or Destruction of Lesion of Sclera
Eye Examination
Eye Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Goniotomy
Laser Eye Surgery
Ocular Prosthetics
Ocular Surface Reconstruction
Orbital Decompression and Orbitotomy
Paracentesis of Anterior Eye
Relaxing Corneal Incisions
Repair of Entropion or Ectropion
Repair of Eye Laceration
Scleral Reinforcement Surgery
Tear Duct Surgery
Ultrasound, Eye
Vision Screening
YAG Laser Capsulotomy

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
  • Dental Blue 100/200/300
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    Navigate POS
    Choice Plus POS
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    Navigate HMO
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    Open Access Plus
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    Choice POS
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Locations

  1. 1 Parker Cornea
    3745 Corporate Woods Dr, Vestavia, AL 35242
  2. 2 Office
    1300 McFarland Blvd NE Ste 300, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
  3. 3 Office
    11886 US Highway 431 Ste C, Guntersville, AL 35976
  4. 4 Office
    700 18th St S Ste 503, Birmingham, AL 35233
  5. 5 Office
    1720 University Blvd Ste 711, Birmingham, AL 35233

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Parker
4.9
Based on 98 Reviews
5 Stars (92)
4 Stars (3)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (2)

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Patient Reviews
Sep 30, 2023
I went to Dr Parker for 20 years. I left his expert care recently due to a move to Florida. He’s all one could ask for in taking care of your eyes. One of the best Doctors I’ve gone to in my life. I have nothing but respect and appreciation for his professionalism.
Harold McCracken — Sep 30, 2023
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Cataract Surgery
Cornea & External Diseases
Cornea & Refractive Surgery
Ophthalmic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
    1986
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University Ala School Med
    1987
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Callahan Eye Foundation Hospital
    1990
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Johns Hopkins
    1991
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. John Parker, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Parker's profile.

Dr. Parker frequently treats the following conditions: Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. John Parker, MD is affiliated with UAB Hospital.

Yes, Dr. John Parker, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UAB Hospital

    1802 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL