Dr. Mark Shirey, O.D., is a board-certified optometrist and the only practitioner in Mobile certified by the American Board of Optometry. He earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and his Doctorate of Optometry from the Southern College of Optometry. Dr. Shirey specializes in cornea and contact lens care, ocular disease management, and surgical co-management. An award-winning clinician and member of the Beta Sigma Kappa honor society, he utilizes advanced diagnostic and therapeutic pharmaceutical agents to provide comprehensive, individualized eye care.
Dr. Mark Shirey, O.D., is a board-certified optometrist and the only practitioner in Mobile certified by the American Board of Optometry. He earned his Bachelor of Science from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and his Doctorate of Optometry from the Southern College of Optometry. Dr. Shirey specializes in cornea and contact lens care, ocular disease management, and surgical co-management. An award-winning clinician and member of the Beta Sigma Kappa honor society, he utilizes advanced diagnostic and therapeutic pharmaceutical agents to provide comprehensive, individualized eye care.
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He’s very easy to talk to and understand.
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Thank you
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Long time patient to him, always treats me well
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Dr. Shirey is such a meticulous doctor. He never makes me feel rushed. Answers all my questions thoroughly. He and his staff are wonderful. I feel he has protected my eyesight. Been a patient for over three years.
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
SEG: West Mobile, AL
601 Providence Park Drive Suite A Mobile, AL 36695
Dr. Mark Shirey, O.D., is a board-certified optometrist with advanced expertise in cornea and contact lens care, ocular disease management, and surgical co-management. As the only optometrist in Mobile certified by the American Board of Optometry, he brings a high level of clinical knowledge, precision, and commitment to patient care. His practice philosophy centers on delivering thorough, individualized treatment to support each patient’s long-term vision and eye health.
Dr. Shirey began his academic career at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, earning a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology. He went on to complete his Doctorate of Optometry at the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, where he distinguished himself both academically and clinically. During his training, he was honored with the Outstanding Clinician Award in both his second and fourth years, received the Bausch & Lomb Surgical Award, and was inducted into the Beta Sigma Kappa academic honor society. In 2008, he was recognized as the Alabama Optometric Association’s Young Optometrist of the Year, reflecting his early leadership and excellence in the field.
Today, Dr. Shirey continues to provide comprehensive, patient-focused eye care, utilizing his certification in both Diagnostic and Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents to diagnose and treat a wide range of ocular conditions. He works closely with surgeons to guide patients through pre- and postoperative care, ensuring seamless, informed, and compassionate management throughout their treatment journey.
Outside the office, Dr. Shirey lives in West Mobile with his wife, Mary, and their daughter, Cate. He enjoys spending time outdoors—golfing, hunting, and fishing—and has a passion for aviation. One of his proudest personal milestones includes completing his first solo flight on October 26, 2008.
He’s very easy to talk to and understand.
Thank you
Long time patient to him, always treats me well
Dr. Shirey is such a meticulous doctor. He never makes me feel rushed. Answers all my questions thoroughly. He and his staff are wonderful. I feel he has protected my eyesight. Been a patient for over three years.