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R. Keith Stevens, M.D.
Board Certified Ophthalmologist
Specializing in Glaucoma Management and Comprehensive Eye Care
Dr. R. Keith Stevens is a board-certified ophthalmologist with advanced fellowship training in glaucoma. He specializes in the treatment of glaucoma, as well as comprehensive ophthalmic care.
A native of California, Dr. Stevens graduated with highest honors from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) School of Medicine. He completed his internship in internal medicine at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles and went on to pursue ophthalmology residency training at the University of Michigan, one of the nation’s leading academic programs.
Following residency, Dr. Stevens completed a glaucoma fellowship at the Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA—an internationally recognized center for ophthalmic excellence.
Dr. Stevens has been certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology since 1996. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. With a reputation for thoughtful, patient-centered care, Dr. Stevens brings decades of experience and advanced expertise to The Eye Center.
Darren Malone, M.D.
Board Certified Ophthalmologist
Specializing in cataract surgery and comprehensive ophthalmology
Dr. Darren Malone is a board-certified ophthalmologist and a proud native of Cherokee, Alabama. He earned his undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alabama, graduating Cum Laude. He went on to attend the University of Alabama School of Medicine, where he received the prestigious Sarah F. Davis Award, recognizing the best all-around medical student in his class.
Dr. Malone completed his internship and ophthalmology residency at the respected Jones Eye Institute in Arkansas. He has been certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology since 2011 and brings years of experience and expertise to the care of his patients.
With a strong foundation in engineering and a passion for precision medicine, Dr. Malone is committed to delivering exceptional eye care tailored to each individual’s needs.
Walter J. Hubickey, D.O.
Board Certified Ophthalmologist
Refractive Surgery Specialist and comprehensive ophthalmology
Dr. Walter J. Hubickey joined The Eye Center Surgeons and Associates in 2011 after serving over six years as the Director of Refractive Surgery at the Huntsville Center for Sight. During his tenure, he performed thousands of successful laser vision correction procedures, treating patients from across the Tennessee Valley and beyond.
Dr. Hubickey’s experience in refractive surgery is both extensive and unique. In 2000, while serving in the U.S. Army, he pioneered the War-Fighter Refractive Eye Surgery Program at Fort Bragg, North Carolina—the first of its kind. His initiative became one of the most successful combat readiness eye surgery programs within the U.S. Department of Defense.
A former U.S. Army Special Forces Green Beret, Dr. Hubickey built strong military relationships that helped transform his interest in refractive surgery into a mission-critical service for active-duty personnel. His clinical expertise and contributions to military ophthalmology have earned him invitations to present at national conferences and meetings. He has also published two articles on refractive surgery in the prestigious Journal of Ophthalmology.
Originally from Philadelphia, Dr. Hubickey earned his pharmacy degree from the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science. He continued his medical education and surgical training at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. His post-graduate training included a comprehensive internship at Tripler Army Medical Center in Hawaii, followed by an ophthalmology residency at Brooke Army Medical Center in Fort Sam Houston, Texas.
Dr. Hubickey is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology since 1994 and is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the American Medical Association, and the Madison County Medical Society.
P. Adam Frederick, M.D.
Board Certified Ophthalmologist
Specializing in Cataract Surgery, Cornea & Anterior Segment, and Comprehensive Eye Care
Robert C. Foster, M.D.
Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
Specializing in cataract surgery, minimally invasive glaucoma surgery, and eyelid surgery
Katie W. Pongetti M.D.
Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
Danielle L. Turner O.D.
Optometrist
Dr. Danielle Turner is a dedicated full-scope optometrist committed to providing comprehensive, patient-centered eye care. She has a special interest in ocular disease with a particular interest in dry eye disease and scleral contact lens fittings.
Dr. Turner earned her undergraduate degree in Pre-Professional Biology from the University of West Florida, graduating summa cum laude. She went on to earn her Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), where she graduated with honors. During her education and training, Dr. Turner completed multiple internships and externships that focused heavily on ocular disease and advanced medical eye care.
Dr. Turner joined The Eye Center Surgeons and Associates in 2025. She provides comprehensive eye care, with an emphasis on the diagnosis and management of ocular disease and medical eye conditions. She is also experienced with specialty contact lenses, including scleral lenses, for patients with complex corneal conditions and challenging visual needs.
Above all, Dr. Turner strives to create a comfortable, welcoming environment where every patient feels heard, informed, and confident in their care.
