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Dr. Karen McDowell, OD

Optometry* Age 67
Dr. Karen McDowell, OD
4.6 (12 Ratings)
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Dr. Karen McDowell, OD is an Optometrist in Birmingham, AL.
Dr. Karen McDowell, OD
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Dr. Karen McDowell, OD

Optometry* Age 67
Birmingham, AL
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Dr. Karen McDowell, OD is an Optometrist in Birmingham, AL.

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Dr. Karen McDowell, OD is an Optometrist in Birmingham, AL. They currently practice at Practice. At present, Dr. McDowell received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. Their office is not accepting new patients.

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  • Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
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  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama PPO
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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    428 Poinciana Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 871-8383
  2. 2 Office
    5619 Grove Blvd, Hoover, AL 35226
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 560-0680

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Jul 06, 2024
I saw Dr McDowell recently for my yearly exam and she told me my vision was stable so I could continue to wear my current glasses. I was very happy that she did not try to sell me a new pair!
Happy Eyes — Jul 06, 2024
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