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Dr. Andrew Velazquez, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 53
Dr. Andrew Velazquez, MD
3.7 (9 Ratings)
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Dr. Andrew Velazquez, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Mountain Brk, AL.
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Dr. Andrew Velazquez, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 53
Mountain Brk, AL
Accepting new patients
26 years of experience
Dr. Andrew Velazquez, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Mountain Brk, AL.

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Dr. Andrew Velazquez, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Mountain Brk, AL and has 26 years experience. They graduated from University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine in 1998 and completed a residency at Shands Hospital at the University of Fl.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham and Walker Baptist Medical Center. Dr. Velazquez has experience treating conditions like Diabetic Cataracts among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Velazquez received an average rating of 3.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Velazquez is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Diabetic Cataracts
Ocular Hypertension
Glaucoma
Diabetic Cataracts
Ocular Hypertension
Glaucoma
Diabetic Cataracts
Ocular Hypertension
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Accommodation Disorders
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
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Allergic Conjunctivitis
Astigmatism
Black Eye
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Chalazion
Corneal Diseases
Diabetic Retinopathy
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
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Eyelid Disorders
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Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Keratitis
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Macular Hole
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Nearsightedness
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Presbyopia
Retinal Hemorrhage
Senile Cataracts
Stye
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Tear Duct Disorders
Cataract Removal Surgery
Cornea Surgery
Cornea Transplant
Excision of Chalazion
Eyelid Surgery
Foreign Body Removal from Eye
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Anisocoria
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
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Pinguecula
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Pterygium
Retina Diseases
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Retinal Detachment
Retinal Detachment and Retinal Tear
Retinal Dystrophy
Retinal Neovascularization
Retinal Vascular Occlusion
Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP)
Retinoschisis
Strabismus
Trichiasis
Uveitis and Iridocyclitis
Vitreous Hemorrhage
Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Anterior Vitrectomy
B-Scan Ultrasound
Blepharoplasty
Contact Lens Treatment
Excision or Destruction of Lesion of Cornea
Eye Examination
Eye Surgery
Farnsworth Lantern Test
Glaucoma Treatment
Intraocular Lens Implant Surgery
Laser Surgery
LASIK
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Ocular Prosthetics
Pterygium Surgery
Refractive Surgery
Vision Screening
Vitrectomy (incl. Macular Hole Repair)
Vitreoretinal Surgery
YAG Laser Capsulotomy

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
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  • Dental Blue 100/200/300
  • Medicare
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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    3928 Montclair Rd Ste 100, Mountain Brk, AL 35213
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 592-3911
  2. 2 Office
    302 Oakhill Rd, Jasper, AL 35504
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 221-7779
  3. 3 Alabama Outpatient Surgery Center
    1323 Summitt, Jasper, AL 35501
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 221-1324
  4. 4 Birmingham Surgery Center
    2621 19Th St S, Birmingham, AL 35209
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (205) 271-8200

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Jan 17, 2022
Dr. Velazquez has been a Godsend to me. He has performed three outpatient surgeries on my eyes and no problems. I would highley recommend him.
Joyce — Jan 17, 2022
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
Cornea & Refractive Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine
    1998
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Baptist Health System
    1999
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Shands Hospital at the University of Fl
    2002
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Duke University Eye Center
    2003
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Andrew Velazquez, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Velazquez's profile.

Dr. Andrew Velazquez, MD is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham and Walker Baptist Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Andrew Velazquez, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham

    810 Saint Vincents Dr, Birmingham, AL

  • Walker Baptist Medical Center

    3400 Highway 78 E, Jasper, AL