UAB Callahan Eye expert, Dr. Spurrier explains what parents and teachers should watch for and when a child may need an eye exam

Effective Oct. 1, 2026, the UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye Emergency Department will become UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye Urgent Care.

Our eyes change naturally as we get older. Some changes are a normal part of aging, while others may signal an eye condition that needs attention.

Whether you're shopping for your first pair of glasses, replacing a favorite frame, or looking for prescription sunglasses, UAB Callahan Eyewear offers personalized service at eight convenient locations across Central Alabama. We sat down with Optical Shop Manager Debra McCreless to answer some of the most common questions about our optical shops and share what makes the experience different.

Women’s eye health can change over time due to age, hormones, and everyday habits. Understanding these risks and taking simple steps to protect your eyes can help preserve your vision for years to come. We spoke with Dr. Erin McGahey, an optometrist at UAB Callahan Eye, about what women should know and how they can take action.

While fireworks are a fun and beautiful activity to observe, they must be handled with precaution and care. Fireworks injuries can result in burns, lacerations and loss of sight. With Independence Day celebrations around the corner, two University of Alabama at Birmingham experts offer tips and advice on staying safe and protecting loved ones from fireworks injuries this summer.

Most people understand the importance of protecting their skin while spending time in the sun, but it’s also important to protect your eyes. UAB Medicine vision experts share some advice for preserving your eyesight while enjoying the sunshine and outdoor activities.

In today’s digital age, children’s eyes are seemingly glued to iPads, tablets and other digital devices. Although this may be the new “normal,” eye care providers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham worry about the long-term effects on children’s eyes.

Nikara McNeely woke up one morning and couldn’t see. Everything was blurry. Normally when she woke up with blurry vision, it would clear up quickly. But something was very different this time, and Nikara was scared.

If you’ve ever needed eye treatment in Birmingham—whether it be for eye trauma or a regular checkup—odds are you’re familiar with the UAB Callahan Eye Hospital. However, there’s more to this hospital than meets the eye (pun intended)!

Do you know what’s not scary? Getting the help you need! The experts at UAB Callahan Eye Hospital & Clinics (Callahan) are here today to calm our fears about adults having trouble with night vision.

The UAB Callahan Eye Hospital Clinic in Trussville is expanding with the addition of two new providers: Jeff Chaiprakob, MD, and John Morgan, MD. These experienced ophthalmologists have practiced in the Trussville community for years as part of Eastern Medical Eye Center and will officially join Callahan on September 7.