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Dr. Andrew Velazquez, MD

Ophthalmology*
3.7 (9)
Map Pin Small Mountain Brk, AL
Accepting new patients
26 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Andrew Velazquez, MD

Dr. Andrew Velazquez, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist in Mountain Brk, AL. They specialize in Ophthalmology, has 26 years of experience, and is board certified in Ophthalmology. They graduated from University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine and is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham and Walker Baptist Medical Center. Dr. Velazquez, completed a residency at Shands Hospital at the University of Fl. Patients rated Dr. Velazquez an average 3.7 star rating.

Dr. Velazquez works at Practice in Mountain Brk, AL with other offices in Jasper, AL and Birmingham, AL. They frequently treat conditions like Diabetic Cataracts along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Velazquez's Office 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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  • Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham
  • Walker Baptist Medical Center

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Diabetic Cataracts
Ocular Hypertension
Glaucoma
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Accommodation Disorders
Age-Related Macular Degeneration
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Astigmatism
Black Eye
Cataract
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Chalazion
Corneal Diseases
Diabetic Retinopathy
Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
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Entropion
Eye Infections
Eyelid Disorders
Eyelid Spasm
Floaters
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Foreign Body in Eye
Fuchs' Corneal Dystrophy
Keratitis
Lacrimal Gland Disorder
Macular Hole
Migraine
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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
Removal of Foreign Body from External Eye
Anisocoria
Aphakia and Other Disorders of Lens
Benign Neoplasm of Choroid
Benign Neoplasm of Eye
Blepharitis
Cataract Surgery Complications
Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
Chorioretinal Scars
Conjunctival Hemorrhage
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Corneal Ulcer
Degenerative Disorders of Globe
Diabetic Eye Disease
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Farsightedness
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Iridocyclitis
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Macular Degeneration
Macular or Retinal Edema
Marfan Syndrome
Miosis
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Optic Neuritis
Pigment Dispersion Syndrome
Pinguecula
Progressive High Myopia
Pterygium
Retina Diseases
Retinal Cysts
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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    About Dr. Andrew Velazquez, MD

    Specialties*
    • Ophthalmology

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    Years of Experience
    • 26 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1013930825
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Duke University Eye Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Shands Hospital at the University of Fl
    Residency
    Internship
    • Baptist Health System
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Auburn University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Ophthalmology
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    Dr. Andrew Velazquez, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Velazquez is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Velazquez has seen patients for Diabetic Cataracts, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Velazquez on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    9 patients have reviewed Dr. Velazquez. The overall rating for this provider is 3.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Velazquez.

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