Dr. Kenneth Randall Smith M.D.

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Get to know Ophthalmologist Dr. Kenneth Smith, who serves patients in Birmingham, Alabama. 

As one of Birmingham’s top rated ophthalmologists, Dr. Smith offers the best in comprehensive medical and surgical eye care, including custom LASIK and cataract surgery. He specializes in custom no-stitch cataract surgery and was one of the first physicians in the country to use this new lens technology.

At his practice, Ophthalmology Associates, he provides high quality, high definition LASIK and cataract surgery to residents in Birmingham, Alabama and surrounding areas. Each surgery is catered to each individual patient. He also provides routine vision care, including eyeglass and contact lens fittings, glaucoma management, diabetic eye exams, and additional services.

A 2004 graduate of the University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham, Dr. Smith completed his ophthalmology surgical training at the largest medical center in the world, the Texas Medical Center in Houston. There, he had the opportunity to work under some of the world’s most talented ophthalmic surgeons.

Following his education, he became board-certified in ophthalmology by the American Board of Ophthalmology, an independent, non-profit organization responsible for certifying ophthalmologists in the United States of America. Moreover, he is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine and surgery, which deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders. Ophthalmologists are experts in the diseases, functions, and anatomy of the eye. They may provide routine care such as vision testing, as well as prescribe and fit eyeglasses or contact lenses. However, ophthalmologists are also surgeons. They repair traumatic injuries to the eye and perform cataract, glaucoma, and corneal surgery. 

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