Bret Fisher, MD | Cataract Surgeon

$Dr. Bret Fisher, cataract and refractive surgeon with VisionAmerica in North Alabama$

Bret Fisher, M.D. — Cataract Surgeon in North Alabama

Refractive Cataract Surgeon

Specialty:

Advanced Cataract & Refractive Surgery

Practice Locations:

Albertville, AL | Cullman, AL | Huntsville, AL

Physician Bio:

Bret Fisher, M.D., is an experienced cataract and refractive surgeon with VisionAmerica, serving patients in Huntsville, Cullman and Albertville, Alabama. He specializes in advanced cataract surgery, premium intraocular lenses, femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery, LASIK, refractive surgery, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery and glaucoma laser procedures.

Bret Fisher, M.D., is an experienced cataract and refractive surgeon with VisionAmerica, serving patients throughout North Alabama in Huntsville, Cullman and Albertville.

Dr. Fisher has performed more than 50,000 cataract and LASIK procedures. He helped pioneer technologies designed to reduce dependence on glasses and was among the first surgeons in the United States to perform femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery.

His clinical specialties include advanced cataract surgery with premium intraocular lenses, femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery, LASIK and refractive surgery, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery, glaucoma laser procedures and comprehensive medical and surgical ophthalmology.

A native of Winter Park, Florida, Dr. Fisher graduated magna cum laude from Duke University and earned his medical degree with honors from Duke University School of Medicine. He completed his general medicine internship at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and his ophthalmology training at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia.

Dr. Fisher received the John J. Skowron, M.D. Distinguished Professorship at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. He is also a contributing author of The Wills Eye Manual and has contributed to peer-reviewed publications and clinical research studies.

Dr. Fisher is committed to expanding access to eye care. He serves as a volunteer physician with EyeCare America and founded the Tecate Eye Clinic in Tecate, Mexico, where he has provided cataract and other necessary eye surgeries to underserved patients.

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Education:

Medical Degree: Duke University School of Medicine

Undergraduate: Duke University

Ophthalmology Training:

Wills Eye Hospital, Philadelphia, PA

Internship:

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

Specialties:

Advanced cataract surgery
Premium and advanced-technology intraocular lenses
Femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery
LASIK and refractive surgery
Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery, or MIGS
Glaucoma laser procedures
Medical and surgical ophthalmology

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Dr. Bret Fisher specialize in?

Dr. Bret Fisher specializes in advanced cataract surgery, refractive cataract surgery, premium intraocular lenses, femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery, LASIK, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery and glaucoma laser procedures.

Where does Dr. Bret Fisher see patients?

Dr. Fisher sees VisionAmerica patients in Huntsville, Cullman and Albertville, Alabama.

How much surgical experience does Dr. Fisher have?

Dr. Fisher has performed more than 50,000 cataract and LASIK procedures.

Where did Dr. Fisher complete his medical training?

Dr. Fisher earned his undergraduate and medical degrees from Duke University. He completed his internship at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital and his ophthalmology training at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia.

Does Dr. Fisher perform advanced cataract surgery?

Yes. Dr. Fisher performs refractive cataract surgery using advanced-technology intraocular lenses and femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery.

How can I request an appointment with Dr. Fisher?

Patients can submit the appointment request form, contact the appropriate VisionAmerica office for scheduling assistance, or request a referral from their Optometrist to our offices.