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C. Howell Tucker, M.D.

Comprehensive Ophthalmology and Cataract Surgery

C. Howell Tucker, M.D. was born and raised in South Fulton County, and he presently resides in Brooks, Georgia in Fayette County. Dr. Tucker has practiced medical and surgical eye care since 1989. After serving two offices for fourteen years, he now sees patients Monday through Friday in his office on Brandywine Road in Fayetteville. He specializes in cataract and laser surgery, but also treats many patients with glaucoma, diabetes and macular degeneration. He also performs routine eye exams on a daily basis. Dr. Tucker’s office has a full service optical shop for glasses and contact lens needs. He is very proud of his compassionate and caring staff who eagerly serve patients. Most importantly, Dr. Tucker is grateful for the opportunities God has granted him to serve you in the practice of Ophthalmology.

Medical Memberships

  • Medical Association of Georgia
  • Georgia Society of Ophthalmology
  • American Academy of Ophthalmology

Hospital Staff Privileges

  • Piedmont-Fayette Hospital, 1997–Present
  • Spalding Regional Hospital, 1989–2008

Offices Held

  • Chairman, Department of Surgery, Spalding Regional Hospital, 1994
  • President, Medical Staff, Spalding Regional Hospital, 1996
  • Chairman, Spalding Health Systems PHO, 1997

Service Organizations

  • Bible Study Leader, First Baptist Church, Peachtree City

Board Certification

  • American Board of Ophthalmology, 1991

Education

Residency
Medical College of Georgia, 1985-1989
Internship
University of Mississippi Medical Center, General Surgery, 1983-1984
Medical School
Medical College of Georgia, 1979-1983. Honors: Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
Undergraduate Degree
B.A. from Mercer University, Macon, GA, 1979. Honors: Graduated Summa Cum Laude