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Dr. Hays is a board-certified, fellowship-trained corneal ophthalmologist who has been recognized many times during his career for his contributions to ophthalmology. His honors include the American Academy of Ophthalmology Achievement Award, and he remains active in several professional organizations related to his field.

Credentials

Education & Training

Michigan State University

Undergraduate, with honors

University of Michigan

Doctor of Medicine

Henry Ford Hospital

Internship and Ophthalmology Residency (Chief Resident), Detroit, MI

Dean McGee Eye Institute

Two-year Corneal Fellowship, Oklahoma City, OK

Auburn University School of Business

M.B.A., 2009

Memberships & Affiliations

  • American Academy of Ophthalmology
  • International Society for Refractive Surgery
  • American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
  • Medical Association of Georgia

Awards & Recognition

American Academy of Ophthalmology Achievement Award (2000)
Greatest Scientific and Clinical Significance of Papers Published (1984)

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Reviews for Woolfson Eye Institute: James C. Hays, MD

★★★★★4.9133 reviews

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  • Aquilla★★★★★via Google

    Very professionalism w/Dr. Hays and entire staff.

  • Bill Noethling★★★★★via Google

    Woolfson was outstanding. I had cataract surgery at another practice and it did not go well. Dr. Hays identified the issue, explained what had occurred and explained everything to me. The outcome of my surgery with Dr. Hays went off without a hitch and the procedure itself was almost pleasurable!!

  • Marcel Renardel de Lavalette★★★★★via Google

    Thankful for the professional and kind nurses/staff and the steady hands of Dr Hays and his calming voice. Great experience.

  • Cathy Boykin★★★★★via Google

    Dr. Hayes and the Woolfson staff are outstanding medical professionals, and they provide superior service! My two medical procedures were seamless, and my outcome was perfect and as I expected. My vision has greatly improved. I highly recommend the Woolfson Eye Institute!

  • peggy stuckey★★★★★via Google

    Doctor Hayes is so knowledgeable, so kind and a joy to know. I had the best visit with a doctor I have ever had. It’s obvious he loves his craft and his patients. Looking forward to my surgery instead of dreading it. Outstanding doctor

  • Stephen Oconnel★★★★★via Google

    Very professional courteous and highly skilled state of the art technology

  • Robert Koegler★★★★★via Google

    Thorough explanation of my situation. Gave a clear understanding of the options. Friendly service from reception to check out.

  • Bob Baptist★★★★★via Google

    Everyone professional and easy to talk too

  • Kathy Jessup★★★★★via Google
  • Myles Jones★★★★★via Google

    Outstanding service service.

    Response from the ownerThank you for your 5-star rating!