Dr. John Parker, MD

Ophthalmology*•Male•Age 70

Ophthalmology*

Dr. John Parker, MD is an ophthalmologist in Vestavia, AL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with UAB Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. John Parker, MD

Practice

3745 Corporate Woods Dr Vestavia, AL 35242
(205) 933-1077

Accepting new patients

(205) 933-1077

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Parker specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
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  • Trustworthy
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Dr. Parker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Parker

4.9

98 ratings, 10 with a written review
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Harold McCracken – Sep 30, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
4 people found this helpful
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Every Patient Deserves Good Service – Apr 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Feb 22, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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C. Alan Martin in Birmingham – Jan 28, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 20, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Cathy stiefel in Ft Payne, AL – Nov 29, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Dorothy Hobbs in Anniston, AL – Sep 26, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Lee ann abernethy in Birmingham, AL – Sep 24, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dr. Ragnar Førli Flatland in Birmingham, AL – Sep 24, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
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Billy McNeel in Louisville, Ms – Dec 10, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Parker believes in not only caring for his patients, but educating them as well. He takes time with each patient to ensure he or she understands the condition and treatment options. 

biography

John S. Parker, M.D., has been practicing medicine for over 25 years, and in that time has become a nationally recognized ophthalmologist, introducing new, cutting-edge procedures to patients across the world.

Dr. Parker received...read more

  • Ophthalmology

  • Cataract Surgery

  • Cornea & External Diseases

  • Cornea & Refractive Surgery

  • Ophthalmic Surgery

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  • Johns Hopkins

    Fellowship Hospital, 1991

  • Callahan Eye Foundation Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1990

  • University Ala School Med

    Internship Hospital, 1987

  • University Ala School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1987

  • Lsu Health Sciences Center New Orleans School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986

  • Cornell University

    Undergraduate School, 1976

  • Weill Cornell Medical College

    Undergraduate School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Parker Cornea3745 Corporate Woods Dr Vestavia, AL 35242
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Office1300 McFarland Blvd NE Ste 300 Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
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Office11886 US Highway 431 Ste C Guntersville, AL 35976
3

Practice

Office700 18th St S Ste 503 Birmingham, AL 35233
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Practice

Office1720 University Blvd Ste 711 Birmingham, AL 35233
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UAB Hospital

    1802 6th Ave S
    Birmingham, AL 35233
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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