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Assistant Professor

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HPB 527

Schedule a UAB Eye Care Appointment: 205-975-2020

Teaching/research interests: Geriatric care, public health, ocular disease, ocular anatomy, ocular imaging, optics

Office Hours: By appointment

Education:

  • BS, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
  • OD, Southern College of Optometry
  • Residency, Memphis VA Medical Center, Ocular Disease
  • MPH, University of Memphis

Dr. Andrew P. Plaxco is an Assistant Professor at the UAB School of Optometry. Prior joining the faculty, Dr. Plaxco was a civilian optometrist for the U. S. Army under the Defense Health Agency. He also has clinical experience with the Virginia Department of Corrections, private practice ophthalmology, private practice optometry, and retail optometry.

Academic distinctions and professional societies:

  • Fellow, American Academy of Optometry
  • Diplomate, American Board of Optometry
  • Member, American Optometric Association

If you are a clinician, in what UAB Eye Care clinic do you provide care?

  • Contact Lens Clinic
  • Primary Care Clinic
  • Community Eye Care