Dr. Valencia Wells

Dr. Valencia Wells, a native of Gallion, Alabama received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from The University of Alabama and in 2009 earned her Doctor of Optometry degree from the UAB School of Optometry. She is the owner of Morris Avenue Eyecare located in the historic area of downtown Birmingham.  Dr. Wells is making history as the first black president of the ALOA. She also serves on the UABSO Alumni Association Board of Directors and Dean’s Strategic Advisory Board. Dr. Wells serves as an eyecare consultant for several local TV stations with annual segments promoting children's eye health, diabetic eye health, and glaucoma awareness.  Some of her honors include Best in Birmingham Eyecare Office, Who’s Who America’s Top Doctors, Birmingham Magazine’s Most Influential Under 40 Honoree, ALOA Young Optometrist of the Year, Minority Business Awards Medical Professional of the Year, Birmingham Business Journal’s Top 40 Under 40 and Woman to Watch, and UABSO Young Alumnus of the Year. Dr. Wells strongly believes in investing in our local youth by organizing several hands-on workshops through STEM programs that expose young girls to science, technology, engineering, and math professions. Monthly, she provides free community vision screenings and free eye exams for children without insurance. She has been married to Willie Wells, III since 2008.