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Overview
Dr. Vicinanzoââ"šÂ¬Ã¢"žÂ¢s practice encompasses reconstructive and cosmetic surgery of the orbits, eyelids, brows, and lacrimal system due to trauma, cancer, congenital defects, systemic diseases, and aging. He received his undergraduate degree with honors from Harvard University and his medical degree with honors from the Syracuse College of Medicine at the State University of New York. His specialty training in ophthalmology was done at Vanderbilt University, followed by a 2 year ASOPRS fellowship in oculoplastic, orbital, and reconstructive surgery at UAB Medical Center and The Callahan Eye Foundation Hospital. Dr. Vicinanzo serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor for the Department of Ophthalmology at UAB, where he actively teaches oculoplastic surgery to the resident doctors at The Callahan Eye Foundation Hospital, the Birmingham VA Hospital, and UAB Medial Center. He is a member and he serves as an associate preceptor for The American Society of Oculoplastics and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS) in the training of certified fellows. Dr. Vicinanzo is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology and is a diplomat of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He is currently involved in multiple eye and oculplastic research studies. Dr. Vicinanzo was elected to Best Doctors in America in 2009. For patientsââ"šÂ¬Ã¢"žÂ¢ convenience, Dr. Vicinanzo is now seeing patients at our satellite offices in Huntsville and Montgomery. All appointments for these offices can be made through our main office in Birmingham.
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Medical Specialties and Areas of Expertise
Ophthalmologist (Eye Doctor)
Education & Training
Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Ophthalmology; Ny Hosp Med Ctr Of Queens, Transitional Year (Residency)
Other Degree - Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny
Board Certifications
American Board of Ophthalmology
Medical Conditions Treated
conditions treated by an Ophthalmologist (Eye Doctor), like Dr. Matthew Vicinanzo, may include:
Blindness, Cataracts, Chalazion, Color Blindness, Dry Eyes, Glaucoma, Hyperopia, Macular Degeneration, Myopia, Optic Neuritis, Presbyopia, ROP (Retinopathy of Prematurity) and Strabismus
Please contact Dr. Vicinanzo's office for more information or to schedule a consultation.
Medical Procedures Performed
procedures performed by an Ophthalmologist (Eye Doctor), like Dr. Matthew Vicinanzo, may include:
General Eye Consultation, Eye Emergency Visit, Glaucoma Consultation, Lasik Surgery, Ocular Oncology Consultation, General Eye Consultation, Non-Surgical Consultation, Neuro-Ophthalmology Consultation, Ocular Oncology Consultation, Orbital Disease Consultation, Oculoplastic Surgery Consultation, Ophthalmic Pathology Evaluation, Ophthalmologic Electrophysiology Evaluation, Pediatric Eye Consultation, Vitreous Surgery Consultation, Retina Consultation, Ocular Tumor Consultation, Retina Surgery Consultation, Uveitis Consultation, Refractive Surgery Consultation, Electroretinography (ERG), Electro-oculography (EOG), General Eye Follow Up, Glaucoma Follow Up, Neuro-Ophthalmology Follow Up, Ocular Oncology Follow Up, Orbital Disease Follow Up, Oculoplastic Surgery Follow Up, Pediatric Eye Follow Up, Vitreous Surgery Follow Up, Retina Follow Up, Retina Surgery Follow Up, Uveitis Follow Up, Refractive Surgery Follow Up, Corneal Specialist Consultation, Corneal Specialist Follow Up, Eye Surgery Consultation, Eye Surgery Follow Up, Orthokeratology / Corneal Refractive Therapy, Diabetes Care - Eye Exam, Cataract Removal, Tonometry, Ophthalmoscopy, Perimetry, Gonioscopy, Pachymetry, Dark Adaptometry, Lower Eyelid Bag Removal, Lasik Surgery Consultation, Lasik Surgery Follow up, Eye Tumor Consultation, Orbital Fracture/Trauma Consultation and Revisional Eyelid Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vicinanzo's office.
Insurances
Please contact Dr. Vicinanzo's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Locations
Alabama Ophthalmology Associates
1000 19th Street South
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 930-0700
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Matthew Vicinanzo accepting new patients?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Vicinanzo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Vicinanzo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vicinanzo's office at (205) 930-0700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
Does Dr. Matthew Vicinanzo offer telehealth appointments?
Please contact Dr. Vicinanzo's office at (205) 930-0700 for information telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which language(s) does Dr. Matthew Vicinanzo speak?
Dr. Matthew Vicinanzo speaks English.
Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Vicinanzo have?
Dr. Matthew Vicinanzo is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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