Dear Patients,
As many of you know, in August 2025, I completed two years of practicing in Chelsea at the invitation of esteemed ophthalmologist Young Choi, M.D. During this time, I saw only my loyal, established patients from my 42+ year office in Childersburg. My original intent was to practice for one year. The Chelsea practice was acquired by Dr. Choi from Dr. Hayes in April 2023—a colleague I've known for years through our shared work advancing optometry. (Dr. Hayes even met his wife during his internship with me, when her mother worked in my office.)
I am deeply grateful to Dr. Choi—not only for our prior association, which led to superb surgical outcomes for my patients, but also for this opportunity to transition into semi-retirement after 44+ years of continuous practice. This came after the City of Childersburg quickly purchased the Childersburg Medical Surgical Center in September 2023, where I was a charter partner since 1985 alongside eight physicians and two dentists.
Exciting News for Your Continued Care
Dr. Choi, a well-respected ophthalmologist serving central Alabama for many years, is expanding his team to provide full-time care. Effective November 2025, Dr. Haley Smith will offer more Fridays and extended hours in Chelsea for my patients, those of Dr. Hayes, and the broader community.
Meet Dr. Haley Smith
- Oak Mountain High School (North Shelby County)
- University of Alabama
- Doctor of Optometry, UAB School of Optometry (2013)
- Served the underserved through mission work
- Internships: Tuscaloosa VA and Georgia Eye Partners (Atlanta)
- 10+ years in the Birmingham area, including 2 years with Dr. Choi's inVision Ophthalmology
Dr. Smith is an experienced, patient-focused eye doctor ready to serve you.
Dr. Roy's Continued Support
My loyal patients already have my cell phone number—please text me anytime to discuss your eye and vision concerns. I warmly welcome Dr. Smith to take my place in Chelsea (just as I welcomed Dr. Hayes), and I know some of you have already transitioned to him.
Please join me in welcoming Dr. Haley Smith!
Warm regards, Dr. Roy
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Click the links below regarding the sale of Dr. Roy's office building to the City of Childersburg.
2023-05-05 Daily Home Article and Notice
2023-05-05 Daily Home Article P5A
2023-05-19 City Officials Local
Medical Eye Care
Dr. P. Duncan Roy Jr.
A caring doctor of optometry, Dr. Roy, has the training and experience to guide you through all aspects of your eye care needs. He will always treat you with compassion, dignity, and respect.
When you choose Dr. Roy as your eye care professional you will be cared for the old-fashioned way, with kind, gentle professional eye care, honest service, and commitment to excellence. This trademark patient care has served Dr. Roy’s patients well for many years, and you can rest assured your eye care needs will be treated in the same meaningful, caring, and thoughtful manner. Dr. Roy will provide you with individualized eye care services designed to meet your needs.
Vision Care
Effective Sept. 1, 2023
Dr. Roy is currently seeing patients on select Fridays
by appointment only at the following location:
inVision Ophthalmology
(Hayes Eye Center)
Young Choi, M.D.
16233 US Hwy 280
Chelsea, AL 35043
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Roy call
(205) 672 - 2020 or (205) 678 - 2020
Photo courtesy Justin Schweiter, OD, from lecture presented 20 May 2021
TESTIMONIAL
"Dr. Roy is the most thorough eye doctor that I have ever used. I now live in a neighboring state and drive 2 1/2 hours instead of trying to find someone here. He is very knowledgeable and has helped me to get through several scary things with my eyes. I recommend him to the highest degree. His office is small and his staff is friendly, courteous, helpful and professional. You won't be sorry that you use him for annual or ongoing optometric assistance." ~ Anonymous Patient, 5-Star Review, Ratemds.com