About Retina Consultants of Alabama
Dedicated to Preserving Vision Since 1992
For more than three decades, Retina Consultants of Alabama has been privileged to care for patients throughout Alabama and the Columbus, Mississippi area. We understand that vision concerns can be life-changing, and we’re committed to providing the experience, guidance, and personalized treatment patients need every step of the way.
Focused on Retina Care. Committed to You.
Retina Consultants of Alabama was founded with a singular purpose: to provide exceptional treatment for diseases affecting the retina, macula, vitreous, and uvea. As our practice has grown, that mission has remained the same—to combine clinical excellence with compassionate, patient-centered treatment in communities across Alabama.
Whether you’re visiting our Birmingham office or one of our satellite locations, our physicians are dedicated to listening, educating, and developing treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs. Every decision we make is guided by one goal: helping you preserve your vision and maintain your quality of life.
The RCA Difference
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- Board-certified, fellowship-trained retina specialists
- Close collaboration with your eye doctor and healthcare team
- Convenient locations close to home
- Leading-edge imaging and diagnostic technology
- Personalized medical and surgical treatment plans
- Expertise in uveitis and ocular inflammation
- Emergency retinal care when time matters
Understanding the Parts of the Eye We Treat
A retina specialist is an ophthalmologist with advanced training in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the delicate structures inside the eye.
The Retina
The light-sensitive tissue lining the inside of the eye that helps send visual information to the brain.
The Macula
The central part of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed vision used for reading and recognizing faces.
The Choroid
The vascular layer between the retina and sclera that supplies blood and nutrients to the eye.
The Vitreous
The clear, gel-like substance inside the eye between the retina and lens.
Advanced Training & Experience
Following ophthalmology residency, our physicians complete additional fellowship training focused exclusively on diseases of the retina and vitreous. This specialized education prepares them to diagnose and treat even the most complex retinal conditions using modern surgical techniques and evidence-based attention.
Beyond the clinic, our physicians actively contribute to ophthalmic research through scientific publications, national presentations, instructional courses, and leadership within organizations including the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Specialists
Eye Conditions We Treat
Our physicians evaluate and treat a wide range of retinal diseases, including:
Modern Diagnostic & Treatment Technology
At Retina Consultants of Alabama, we use sophisticated imaging systems and proven treatment techniques to diagnose retinal disease, monitor changes over time, and guide individualized treatment decisions.
Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
OCT imaging provides highly detailed cross-sectional images of the retina, allowing our physicians to detect swelling, fluid, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, macular holes, and other retinal conditions with precision.
Optos® Widefield Retinal Photography
Optos imaging captures ultra-widefield photographs of the retina, helping document retinal disease and allowing visualization of areas beyond the central retina during examination.
Fluorescein Angiography (FA)
Fluorescein angiography uses specialized imaging to evaluate retinal blood flow and detect leaking or abnormal blood vessels associated with diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration, retinal vascular disorders, and other retinal conditions.
Electroretinography (ERG)
ERG testing evaluates retinal function by measuring the electrical responses of retinal cells. This advanced diagnostic test may assist in diagnosing inherited retinal diseases and other complex retinal disorders.
Intravitreal Injections
Intravitreal medications are commonly used to slow disease progression, reduce retinal swelling, and help preserve vision in many retinal conditions.
Retinal Laser Treatments
Retinal laser procedures are used to treat a variety of retinal conditions including diabetic retinopathy, retinal tears, and retinal vascular disease. Laser treatment can help stabilize retinal damage and reduce the risk of vision loss.
Your Vision Is Our Focus
Appointments are available Monday through Friday at our Birmingham office, with satellite appointments available on designated days.
Our physicians are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to provide urgent and emergency retinal care whenever it is needed.
Referring Doctors
We value our referring providers and work to make the referral process as clear and efficient as possible.
Refer a Patient
To refer a patient, please send the patient’s demographics, insurance information, clinical notes, and any relevant imaging or testing.
- Patient demographics
- Insurance information
- Reason for referral
- Recent office notes or imaging, if available
Urgent Retina Concerns
For urgent concerns such as suspected retinal detachment, sudden vision loss, new flashes and floaters, or trauma, please call our office directly.
Main Office
Phone: (205) 918-0047
Fax: (205) 918-0902