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 kind.
(3 days ago)
Jun-2026
Very patient and thorough with my 90 year old mother.
(3 days ago)
Jun-2026
She is awesome.
(4 days ago)
Jun-2026
Exceptional, professional, impressive
(5 days ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. Ates-Hicks is very professional and friendly. She puts me at ease immediately. I was not impressed with the fact that I was kept waiting for 30 minutes before I was even called back to be prepped for my exam.
(3 weeks ago)
May-2026
Very professional, personal& helpful.
(3 weeks ago)
May-2026
Dr. Ates was very lovely and kind. She was very thorough, and I appreciated her not hurrying through the visit.
(3 weeks ago)
May-2026
Professional and very pleasant to work with, very knowledgeable and provided me a great recovery plan.
(3 weeks ago)
May-2026
Very professional and explained the options to me and listened to any question concerns i had. I left knowing exactly what the plan and treatment will be. Staff and support were great.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Very polite and attentive. Took her time explaining things where I could understand. She even went a step further and had me perform a peripheral test to confirm there were no issues there. Would recommend.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
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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 kind.
Very patient and thorough with my 90 year old mother.
She is awesome.
Exceptional, professional, impressive
Dr. Ates-Hicks is very professional and friendly. She puts me at ease immediately. I was not impressed with the fact that I was kept waiting for 30 minutes before I was even called back to be prepped for my exam.
Very professional, personal& helpful.
Dr. Ates was very lovely and kind. She was very thorough, and I appreciated her not hurrying through the visit.
Professional and very pleasant to work with, very knowledgeable and provided me a great recovery plan.
Very professional and explained the options to me and listened to any question concerns i had. I left knowing exactly what the plan and treatment will be. Staff and support were great.
Very polite and attentive. Took her time explaining things where I could understand. She even went a step further and had me perform a peripheral test to confirm there were no issues there. Would recommend.