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For 60 years, UAB Callahan Eye has served central Alabama families through every stage of life.
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From routine check-ups to emergency cases, our legacy is defined by generations of care that empowers vibrant lives. General Information
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03/11/2026

Two generations. One vision.
Drs. Alston and Michael Callahan have been named the 2026 Hall W. Thompson Heroes for Sight by Sight Savers America, honoring a legacy that continues to shape eye care in Alabama and beyond.

🔗 Read more: https://brnw.ch/21x0EvO

03/05/2026

Congratulations to UAB Vision Science Ph.D. candidate Dr. Ellen Antwi-Adjei on being named ARVO's 2026 Emerging Advocate! Her work bridges research and policy to expand equitable access to eye care.

🔗 Read more: https://brnw.ch/21x0uhG

03/03/2026

We’re proud to welcome Dr. Rachel Spurrier to the UAB Callahan Eye team. Get to know more about her at the link in bio.

To schedule an appointment, call or text (844) UAB-EYES.

02/27/2026

Happy Thank a Resident Day! We’re so proud to celebrate our residents’ hard work and commitment to visionary care — thank you for all you do! 💚

02/25/2026

Join UAB Callahan Eye for the Bell Center 5K on March 14, 2026!

Benefiting infants and toddlers with special needs, the Bell Center 5K celebrates progress, resilience, and the impact of early intervention in our local community.

Ready to make a difference? Sign up or pledge your support here: https://brnw.ch/21x0fWO

02/24/2026

Join next week's UAB Connections Support Group – a clinical service for adults with eye diseases and their families. Led by Laura Dreer, Ph.D., & Molly Whitney, M.S., LPC, experts in behavioral health & low vision rehab, this support group offers eye health info, coping skills, and social activities to adjust to the challenges of living with visual impairment.

Tuesday, March 3
10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye, 3rd Floor Boardroom (in-person + virtual options)

Discussion Topics:
Corneal Dystrophies: Dr. Alicia Woock, Third-Year Resident, UAB Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences

Who Am I Now? Navigating Identity and Purpose with Low Vision: Mrs. Molly Whitney & Dr. Laura Dreer, Behavioral Health Research & Clinical Services, UAB Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences.

To learn more, contact the group facilitator, Molly Whitney, at (205) 488-0778 or mollycox@uabmc.edu to reserve your spot.

02/23/2026

We had the best time celebrating our incredible team at the Birmingham Squadron! We are so grateful for the dedication, teamwork, and care they bring to our patients every day 💚🏀

02/19/2026

A big thank you to Greg Field, Ph.D., from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA for sharing your expertise on retinal computations and projections as an invited speaker at our !

02/17/2026

Changes in your vision can feel overwhelming, but independence and quality of life are still within reach. We met with Dr. Brook Gibson to discuss navigating low vision symptoms and finding the right support for your needs.

🔗 Read more: https://brnw.ch/21x01p3

02/09/2026

Did you know gut health may play a role in vision loss from diabetes?

New research led by Maria Grant, M.D., professor in the UAB Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, reveals a gut-retina connection that could help prevent or slow diabetic retinopathy. Published in Gut, the study shows how restoring key gut metabolites may protect the retina and preserve vision.

🔗 Read more: https://brnw.ch/21wZN5o

02/06/2026

UAB Ophthalmology was proudly represented at the Annual UAB Heersink School of Medicine Food Fair by Marcela Frazier, O.D., who shared homemade arepas inspired by her Colombian heritage. A crowd favorite, her dish was a highlight of a fun evening celebrating great food, music, and connection across campus. Thank you, Dr. Frazier, for representing DOVS so well!

01/29/2026

Happy Match Day! We're proud to welcome our new resident class to the UAB Ophthalmology family. This talented group from across the nation is ready to embark on a journey of growth, discovery, and exceptional patient care. Here's to shaping the future of vision science together!

Danny Alevy – Medical College of Georgia
Brenton Bicknell – UAB Heersink School of Medicine
Jonathan Groothoff – Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Farel Hathaway – University of Mississippi Medical Center
Cade Nelson – LSU School of Medicine-New Orleans

Address

1720 University Boulevard
Birmingham, AL
35233

Telephone

+18448223937

Website

https://uabcallahaneye.org/

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