Summary

Dr. Irene Ludwig is an ophthalmologist who brings nearly five decades of experience to her practice, having served patients for 47 years since earning her medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College. Her extensive career has established her as a seasoned specialist in comprehensive eye care, with particular expertise in treating complex visual conditions. She provides care to patients in both English and Spanish, ensuring accessible communication for diverse communities.

Dr. Ludwig practices at multiple locations across Alabama, Florida, and Tennessee, with her primary affiliation at Southeast Health in Dothan, Alabama. She specializes in treating strabismus (eye muscle problems that cause misalignment), amblyopia (lazy eye), and convergence insufficiency (difficulty focusing both eyes together). Her surgical expertise includes performing strabismus surgery to correct eye alignment issues. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 47 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Weill Cornell Medical College
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Irene Helen Ludwig has 7 locations

Eye Center South

2800 Ross Clark CirDothan, AL 36301
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Vision America Of Birmingham

250 State Farm PkwyBirmingham, AL 35209
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eye Center South

2401 State Ave Ste 150Panama City, FL 32405
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Eye Center South

151 Regions Way Bldg 1Destin, FL 32541
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Surgery Center South

2800 Ross Clark Cir Ste 3Dothan, AL 36301
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Southeast Health

1108 Ross Clark CirDothan, AL 36301

Baptist Ambulatory Surgery Center

312 21st Ave NNashville, TN 37203
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.2 
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47 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Dothan , ALCRESTVIEW , FLDothan , ALDothan , AL
Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: Mc Gill Univ Fac Of Med Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Irene Helen Ludwig

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Irene Helen Ludwig has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Irene Helen Ludwig has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Esotropia
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Eye Surgery (Ophthalmologic Surgical Procedures)
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)
  • Lazy Eye (Strabismus)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Dr. Irene Helen Ludwig holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Tennessee, Florida, and Alabama.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Tennessee that expires in 2026, an active medical license in the state of Florida that expires in 2027, and an expired medical license in the state of Alabama that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Weill Cornell Medical College in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Ludwig's NPI number is 1831120492.

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Dr. Irene Ludwig is affiliated with Southeast Health.
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