Vitreoretinal Surgeon
Howard “Russell” Day, Jr., M.D.
About Dr. Day
Russell Day, M.D. is a vitreoretinal surgeon with Retina Consultants of Alabama, P.C., Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Day provides medical and surgical care for diseases affecting the retina, macula, and vitreous.
Specialized Retina Care
Dr. Day evaluates and treats a wide range of retinal and vitreoretinal conditions, including diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, retinal tears and detachments, choroidal melanoma, retinopathy of prematurity, macular hole, and macular pucker.
Education
- Vitreoretinal Disease and Surgery Fellowship, 2024 to 2026
Retina Consultants of Alabama, PC, Birmingham, Alabama - Ophthalmology Residency, 2021 to 2024
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Vanderbilt Eye Institute, Nashville, Tennessee - General Surgery Internship, 2020 to 2021
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee - Doctor of Medicine, 2016 to 2020
Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, Tennessee - Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, summa cum laude, with a Minor in Economics, 2012 to 2016
Birmingham-Southern College, Birmingham, Alabama
Honors and Awards
- Co-Chief Ophthalmology Resident, Vanderbilt Eye Institute, 2023-2024
- Journal of Vitreoretinal Diseases Distinguished Contributor Award, 2022
- J Donald M. Gass Award, 2020
- AUPO Best of Medical Student Education Paper Session Award, 2020
- Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society, 2019
- Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society, 2016
- American Institute of Chemists Award, 2016
- Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Society, 2015
- Chemical Rubber Company Award, Birmingham-Southern, 2013
- Harrison Honors Program Senior Scholar, Birmingham-Southern, 2012-2016
- Rushton Distinguished Honors Scholarship, Birmingham-Southern, 2012-2016
Specializations
Dr. Day evaluates and treats a wide range of retinal and vitreoretinal conditions, including:
Humanitarian Service
- Diabetic Eye Clinic of Alabama
- Eagle Scout with Bronze Palm, 2010
Research
Dr. Day has published numerous manuscripts as well as presented scientific posters and platform presentations at national and international ophthalmology societal meetings.
For a complete list of his research accomplishments, please visit
PubMed Research