Summary

Dr. Rita Armitage is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision health. She earned her medical degree from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine and has been practicing for 39 years, bringing extensive experience to her patients' eye care needs. Dr. Armitage speaks English and is dedicated to helping patients maintain and improve their vision.

Dr. Armitage practices at UAB Medical West in Bessemer, Alabama, where she focuses on treating common eye conditions such as cataracts and glaucoma. She performs comprehensive eye exams and uses advanced imaging techniques like retinal imaging to diagnose and monitor eye health. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals for her care and expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 39 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Rita J Armitage has 3 locations

Uab Callahan Eye Hospital Clinic Medical West

985 9TH AVE SW STE 310BESSEMER, AL 35022
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Uab Medical West

995 9th Ave SwBessemer, AL 35022

Uab Medical West

5000 Medical West WayBessemer, AL 35022

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Dr. Rita J Armitage, MDDr. Gayla Denae Rowland, MDDr. Thomas Otis Paul, MDDr. Darrell Wade Joiner, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyCardiovascular DiseaseOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
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39 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
BESSEMER , ALCRESTVIEW , FLAlabaster , ALBirmingham , AL
Med School: University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rita J Armitage

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rita J Armitage has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rita J Armitage has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Alabama, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Kentucky College Of MedicineGraduated in 1987

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Dr. Rita Armitage is affiliated with Uab Medical West and Uab Medical West.
What languages does Dr. Rita Armitage speak?
Dr. Rita Armitage speaks English.
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