Professor
Associate Dean for Student Affairs
HPB 304H
(205) 996-4923
Education:
- B.A., University of Alabama at Birmingham
- O.D., UAB School of Optometry
Born and raised in Birmingham, AL, Gerald Simon, OD, is a professor and Associate Dean for Student Affairs at the UAB School of Optometry.
Aside from being an instructor to students and leading recruitment efforts, Dr. Simon represents UAB Optometry in the Summer Health Professions Education Program. He has immersed himself in projects with the National Optometric Student Association and Community Eye Care (CEC). Through CEC, faculty and optometry students provide eye exams and vision screenings to the underserved.
Playing a role in the maturation of students, while also giving back to a society from which he benefits, motivates him to remain dedicated to both the school and community.
Dr. Simon’s efforts were recognized in 2022 when he was named Optometrist of the Year by the National Optometric Association. He was awarded the Dean’s Distinguished Service Award that same year. In 2019, he was named UAB School of Optometry Alumnus of the Year by the Alumni Association.
Professional Memberships:
- Alabama Optometric Association
- American Optometric Association
- National Optometric Association
Clinical specialties/areas of expertise:
- Community Health Optometry
- Primary Care