Verified 2026 Physician Ranking

Top Ophthalmologists in Alabama, 2026

Published by Palm Beach County Medical Media Group · Last updated May 1, 2026

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How this ranking was built: We applied PBCMMG's seven weighted criteria (board certification, years in active practice, disciplinary record, aggregate patient reviews, hospital affiliations, specialty training, peer recognition) to every ophthalmology physician with active credentialing in Alabama. Sources: NPPES Registry, ABMS, state medical boards, aggregated public review data. Last reviewed May 2026.

  1. #1

    Elmar Lawaczeck, MD

    OphthalmologyAlabama, AL21+ years in practice

    Elmar Lawaczeck, MD, practices ophthalmology in Alabama, AL. NPI-verified active practice since 2005.

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  2. #2

    James Rains, MD

    OphthalmologyAlabama, AL20+ years in practice

    James Rains, MD, practices ophthalmology in Alabama, AL. NPI-verified active practice since 2006.

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  3. #3

    Roy Hager, MD

    OphthalmologyAlabama, AL20+ years in practice

    Roy Hager, MD, practices ophthalmology in Alabama, AL. NPI-verified active practice since 2006.

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  4. #4

    Michael Massey, MD

    OphthalmologyAlabama, AL20+ years in practice

    Michael Massey, MD, practices ophthalmology in Alabama, AL. NPI-verified active practice since 2006.

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  5. #5

    Christopher Girkin, MD

    OphthalmologyAlabama, AL20+ years in practice

    Christopher Girkin, MD, practices ophthalmology in Alabama, AL. NPI-verified active practice since 2006.

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  6. #6

    Tyler Rowsey, MD

    OphthalmologyAlabama, AL6+ years in practice

    Tyler Rowsey, MD, practices ophthalmology in Alabama, AL. NPI-verified active practice since 2020.

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