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Dr. John Owen, MD

Dr. John Owen, MD

Ophthalmology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. John Owen, MD is an ophthalmologist in Birmingham, AL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1981. He is affiliated with UAB Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

1 Independence Plz Ste 700 Birmingham, AL 35209

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Owen specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Owen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Owen

4.9

18 ratings, 8 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
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Anne Kimbrough – Aug 24, 2024
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Farren Michel – Jun 30, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Regina C Douglas in Birmingham, AL – May 12, 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
Helpful
Brenda. Holt in Birmingham,Alabama – Mar 04, 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
Helpful
David in Birmingham, AL – Sep 22, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
William Wood in Vestavia Hills, Al – Aug 08, 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
Helpful
Michael Mooney in McCalla, AL – Jun 15, 2016
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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
Helpful
Mar 17, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Owen, MD is an ophthalmologist in Birmingham, AL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1981. He is affiliated with UAB Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Ophthalmology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Iu Health University

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Callahan Eye Foundation Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1985
  • Eye Fdn Hosp/u Ala

    Residency Hospital, 1985
  • Indiana University Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1985
  • Carraway Methodist Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1982
  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Medical School, 1981
  • The Johns Hopkins University

    Undergraduate School, 1974
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Norwood Clinic Inc1 Independence Plz Ste 700 Birmingham, AL 35209
1
Unavail700 18th St S Birmingham, AL 35233
2
Office1720 University Blvd # 128 Birmingham, AL 35233
3

Practice

UAB Callahan Eye Hospital1720 University Blvd Birmingham, AL 35233
4

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

    View all awards

    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

    View all patient feedback
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