James R. Nobles Jr., OD - Russell Medical
Ophthalmology/Eye Care • Alexander City, AL • Since 1923
About
Summary: - Russell Medical is a not-for-profit acute care hospital in Alexander City, Alabama (near Lake Martin) that has served east central Alabama since 1923. - It is accredited by The Joint Commission (since 1959) and joined UAB Health System in January 2020. - The facility emphasizes advanced technology, skilled professionals, and a focus on improving patient lives under the mission “Being the best because, we care.” - Key leadership and roles include CEO Bob Phillips and other executives in nursing, outreach, HR, finance, rehab, and ancillary services. - Location: 3316 Highway 280, Alexander City, AL 35010, United States.
Clinic Type
Ophthalmology/Eye Care
Address
Professional Building Suite 215 3368 Highway 280 Alexander City, Alabama 35010
Phone
+1-256-329-9064
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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FAQs
What is the specialty of James R. Nobles Jr., O.D.?
Optometry
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- WebMD Care: 5.0/5.0 (1 review)
- BirdEye: 3.7/5.0 (3 reviews)
- Yelp (Group Practice): 2.4/5.0 (for group practice entry) (12 reviews)
Patients praise
- patient-focused demeanor
- clear communication of medical information
- educational approach using visual aids
- long-standing trust with patients managing chronic conditions like glaucoma
Common complaints
- some lower ratings on aggregate platforms suggesting mixed patient experiences
"Dr Nobles is a very patient man who listens and explains things clearly. He uses pictures to show the parts of the eyes and what needs to be done to maintain good eyesight. Both sides of my family are plagued with glaucoma that has caused blindness in 3 cases. Dr nobles has checked my eyes for years. I highly recommend him."
— WebMD Care reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Phillips begins CEO journey, Russell Medical earns top 3 ranking again | Alexander City Outlook | tpimediagroup.org — May 13, 2026
- Russell Medical honors volunteers | Alexander City Outlook | tpimediagroup.org — Apr 9, 2026
- Dr. April R. King, OD - Optometrist in Rainbow City, AL — Jun 11, 2026
- Dr. April P. Jones, OD - Optometrist in Anniston, AL — May 14, 2026
- Dr. Veronica N. Oltmanns, OD - Optometrist in Pelham, AL — May 14, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026.
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