Dr. Kristin Ates Hicks, M.D., is a comprehensive ophthalmologist with advanced training in cataract and refractive surgery, MIGS, and dry eye care. She graduated magna cum laude with honors from Tulane University, earning the prestigious Tulane 34 Award, before completing an MD/PhD at the Medical College of Georgia, where her neuroscience research advanced understanding of human disease. She completed her ophthalmology residency at the University of Florida, known for high surgical volume and diverse pathology.
Dr. Kristin Ates Hicks, M.D., is a comprehensive ophthalmologist with advanced training in cataract and refractive surgery, MIGS, and dry eye care. She graduated magna cum laude with honors from Tulane University, earning the prestigious Tulane 34 Award, before completing an MD/PhD at the Medical College of Georgia, where her neuroscience research advanced understanding of human disease. She completed her ophthalmology residency at the University of Florida, known for high surgical volume and diverse pathology.
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Very professional and caring.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
She was great! Explained everything in a way you understood and made you seem at ease with the tests and process of diagnosis.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Great person , great attitude , also helped me alot dealing with eye injury.
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
What an excellent visit and exam
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Very thorough and personable, highly recomend
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Very good
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
She was very professional and explained everything she did.⭐️
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Dr Ates Hicks was very professional and thorough, however, when I booked tha appointment, I had requested a contact lens exam. I found out after the appointment that this Dr doesn’t do contact lens fittings.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Her explanations and making sure I was comfortable. She shows she cares!
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Great demeanor. Thorough evaluation. I will be seeing her again.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
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SEG: West Mobile, AL
601 Providence Park Drive Suite A Mobile, AL 36695
SEG: Foley, AL
1624 N McKenzie St Foley, AL 36535
SEG: Saraland, AL
75 Shell St Suite 101 Saraland, AL 36571
Dr. Kristin Ates Hicks, M.D., is a comprehensive ophthalmologist specializing in cataract surgery, refractive surgery and astigmatism correction, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), pterygium removal, and dry eye treatment. She is dedicated to providing individualized care, helping patients preserve their vision and enhance their quality of life.
Dr. Ates Hicks began her academic journey at Tulane University, where she balanced rigorous studies with her role as a Division I student-athlete on the Swimming and Diving team. Her achievements in research, academics, and community involvement earned her the prestigious Tulane 34 Award. She graduated magna cum laude with honors before pursuing an MD/PhD at the Medical College of Georgia. Her doctoral research in neuroscience, under the mentorship of Y. Albert Pan, PhD, advanced the understanding of endocytic adaptor proteins in human disease. During her training, she discovered her passion for ophthalmology, a field that blends clinical care, surgical expertise, and innovative research.
She completed her residency at the University of Florida, a program renowned for its high surgical volume and diverse ophthalmic pathology. With a commitment to patient-centered care, Dr. Ates Hicks ensures each patient receives personalized treatment to support their long-term eye health.
Outside of work, she enjoys swimming, spending time outdoors with her husband and their black lab, exploring new restaurants, and traveling.
Dr. Ates Hicks practices out of our West Mobile, Saraland and Foley, Alabama offices.
Very professional and caring.
She was great! Explained everything in a way you understood and made you seem at ease with the tests and process of diagnosis.
Great person , great attitude , also helped me alot dealing with eye injury.
What an excellent visit and exam
Very thorough and personable, highly recomend
Very good
She was very professional and explained everything she did.⭐️
Dr Ates Hicks was very professional and thorough, however, when I booked tha appointment, I had requested a contact lens exam. I found out after the appointment that this Dr doesn’t do contact lens fittings.
Her explanations and making sure I was comfortable. She shows she cares!
Great demeanor. Thorough evaluation. I will be seeing her again.