Summary

Dr. Bruce Eich is an ophthalmologist with nearly six decades of medical experience serving patients throughout Alabama. He earned his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine and has dedicated 59 years to the practice of eye care. Dr. Eich provides care in English to patients seeking comprehensive ophthalmologic services.

Dr. Eich maintains affiliations with Princeton Baptist Medical Center and Shelby Baptist Medical Center, offering services across Birmingham and Alabaster, Alabama. His extensive experience spans the full spectrum of eye care, from routine examinations to specialized treatments. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.3 on Vitals, reflecting his long-standing commitment to ophthalmologic care in the Birmingham area.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.3
  • 59 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Tulane University School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Spent time with me
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Locations

Dr. Bruce Shelby Eich has 3 locations

Alabama Eye Surgery

801 Princeton Ave SW Ste 530Birmingham, AL 35211
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Shelby Baptist Medical Center

1000 1st St NAlabaster, AL 35007

Princeton Baptist Medical Center

701 Princeton Ave SwBirmingham, AL 35211

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Dr. Bruce Shelby Eich, MDDr. Gayla Denae Rowland, MDDr. Caleb Zachary RiveraDr. Mark Roberts Johnson
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.3 
4.2 
59 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 3 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Birmingham , ALCRESTVIEW , FLBirmingham , ALBirmingham , AL
Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Bruce Shelby Eich

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Viva Health Plan
  • Viva Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Bruce Shelby Eich has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Bruce Shelby Eich has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

59 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine and Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1967.

NPI Number

Dr. Eich's NPI number is 1679536288.

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What languages does Dr. Bruce Eich speak?
Dr. Bruce Eich speaks English.
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