Dr. Kristin Bains, MD

Ophthalmology*•Female•Age 45

Ophthalmology*

Dr. Kristin Bains, MD is an ophthalmologist in Birmingham, AL and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine in 2006. She is affiliated with UAB Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Kristin Bains, MD

Practice

1000 19th St S Birmingham, AL 35205
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
(205) 930-0700
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
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Accepting new patients

(205) 930-0700

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bains specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
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Dr. Bains' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bains

4.5
16 ratings, 8 with a written review
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1 star
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Great results!
Dr Bains did a great job! I’m so blessed! Office was professional, well run, all staff were great-as well as the surgical center! Hopefully won’t have to use them again but if I did have to, I wouldn’t hesitate to rely on them again!
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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Lisa Grant – Mar 14, 2024
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You will not find a more knowledgeable professional confident and customer service oriented staff then Alabama Ophthalmology and Dr bains and her technicians absolutely incredible their attention to detail and you're personal issues and concerns are addressed in an extremely comforting manner if you're looking for the best for Eye Care it's Alabama Ophthalmology and especially Dr bains and her staff wouldn't trust my eye care to anyone else can't thank you guys enough Joe Musselman
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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JOE MUSULMAN – Feb 19, 2020
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Always seen in about 15 minutes.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 12, 2019
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My visit was excellent and expeditious with little waiting. Dr. Baines is experience, knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. What more could one ask for? I recommend her without equivocation.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Jack Elliott – Aug 27, 2019
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Dr. Bains is a truly professional and wonderfully skilled ophthalmologist. She is a very caring doctor. I have great respect for Dr. Bains. God bless her. I received corneal cell transplant, cataract removal and lens implant in both eyes in 2016. My progress has been tremendous.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Barbara Dent Young in Tuscaloosa, AL – Jun 14, 2018
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DMEK surgery on both eyes, January and May, transformed me from someone struggling to maintain reasonable productivity and self reliance because of fading vision to a man seeing the world as he did when 20 years old. I am very thankful to the Good Lord, to Dr. Bains and staff, and the the donor families. Both surgeries were quite effective, essentially pain-free, and exactly as described in advance. Thank you, Dr. Bains! And, thanks to my hometown opthalmologist who recommended you!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Cecil Stokes in Huntsville, AL – Sep 08, 2016
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Dr Baines was very kind, thorough, and accommodating in her care. Had an excellent experience and will enjoy continuing to follow with her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Mar 09, 2016
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The best thing my former ophthalmologist did was refer me to Dr Bains! None of his treatments gave me relief. I was having dreadful problems with my eyes - gritty, inflamed. I was unable to read or use a computer for extended periods and becoming depressed. Ten minutes into a consultation, Dr. Bains diagnosed my condition. What she has prescribed has improved my eye health immensely! She is an Ophthalmologist with a capital O and has a genuine concern for her patients.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
9 others found this helpful
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Heather R in Florence, AL – Jan 19, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Kristin Bains, MD is an ophthalmologist in Birmingham, AL and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine in 2006. She is affiliated with UAB Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Ophthalmology

  • Cataract Surgery

  • Cornea & External Diseases

  • Ocular Oncology

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  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham

    Medical School

  • University Of Alabama At Birmingham Heersink School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2006
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Alabama Ophthalmology Associates PC1000 19th St S Birmingham, AL 35205
1

Practice

Thomas M. Davis JR MD LLC700 Helen Keller Blvd Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
2

Practice

UAB Callahan Eye Hospital1720 University Blvd Birmingham, AL 35233
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Practice

Office3686 Grandview Pkwy Ste 100 Birmingham, AL 35243
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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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