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Summary
Dr. Caroline Head is an ophthalmologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating eye conditions and diseases. She earned her medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and brings five years of experience to her practice. Her expertise focuses on comprehensive eye care, helping patients maintain and restore their vision health.
Dr. Head practices at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and UAB Callahan Eye Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. She treats patients with contact lens infections and various forms of keratitis, including ulcerative keratitis, which are serious eye conditions that can affect the cornea. Her clinical focus centers on managing inflammatory and infectious eye conditions that require specialized ophthalmologic care.
Dr. Head practices at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and UAB Callahan Eye Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama. She treats patients with contact lens infections and various forms of keratitis, including ulcerative keratitis, which are serious eye conditions that can affect the cornea. Her clinical focus centers on managing inflammatory and infectious eye conditions that require specialized ophthalmologic care.
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Quick Facts
- 5 years of experience
- Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine
- 1 specialty
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Caroline Besley Head has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Caroline Besley Head | Dr. Gayla Denae Rowland, MD | Dr. Helen Raye Thrasher, MD | Dr. Elmar M Lawaczeck, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 5 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Birmingham , AL | CRESTVIEW , FL | Birmingham , AL | Vestavia Hills , AL |
| Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine | ||
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Caroline Besley Head has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
5 Years Experience
Dr. Caroline Besley Head holds an expired medical license in the state of Alabama.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Alabama that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine in 2021.
NPI Number
Dr. Head's NPI number is 1740819226.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Caroline Head's office located?
- Dr. Caroline Head's office is located at 1720 University Blvd, Birmingham, AL, 35233.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Caroline Head affiliated with?
- Dr. Caroline Head is affiliated with Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and Uab Callahan Eye Hospital.
- Does Dr. Caroline Head accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Caroline Head accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Dr. Caroline Head accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Caroline Head has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Caroline Head?
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