Summary

Dr. James Rains is an ophthalmologist who has dedicated over five decades to caring for patients with eye conditions and vision concerns. He earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and brings 56 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Rains speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Rains practices at UAB Medical West in Bessemer, Alabama, where he focuses on treating common eye problems that affect many patients. He specializes in cataract care and helps patients experiencing dry eyes and related eye surface conditions. His expertise includes comprehensive eye exams, advanced retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor eye health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 56 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Conda Rains has 3 locations

Uab Medical West

995 9th Ave SwBessemer, AL 35022

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

5000 Medical West WayBessemer, AL 35022

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OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
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4.5 
4.2 
56 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Bessemer , ALCRESTVIEW , FLMountain Brk , ALGadsden , AL
Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. James Conda Rains has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Conda Rains 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

56 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Alabama, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated in 1970

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Dr. James Rains's office is located at 995 9th Ave Sw, Bessemer, AL, 35022.
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Which hospitals is Dr. James Rains affiliated with?
Dr. James Rains is affiliated with Uab Medical West and Uab Medical West.

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