About Us
Maynor and Mitchell Eye Center is your full-service eye specialist conveniently located in Huntsville, Alabama. We offer everything from routine family eye care, to specialized treatment and surgery for rare eye conditions. Our team is comprised of dedicated, experienced, and caring professionals whose mission is to keep your eyes healthy for a lifetime.
Robert Maynor, M.D.
It is with mixed emotions that we share that our founder, Dr. Robert Maynor, officially retired from active patient care on February 27, 2025.
More than fifty years ago, Dr. Maynor established Maynor Eye Center with a vision of providing exceptional, compassionate eye care to our community. Since then, he has transformed countless lives by restoring sight, improving quality of life, and setting the highest standards of excellence in patient care.
Dr. Maynor has been more than a physician—he has been a mentor, leader, and friend to many. His genuine kindness, unwavering dedication, and passion for his patients have left a lasting impact on everyone who has had the privilege of knowing him.
While we will miss his daily presence in the clinic, Dr. Maynor’s legacy will continue to live on at Maynor & Mitchell Eye Center. Our team of skilled doctors and staff remain dedicated to carrying forward his mission of excellence, ensuring a seamless transition and continued care for all of his patients.
On behalf of our entire team, we extend our deepest gratitude to Dr. Maynor for his 50+ years of service and to our patients for trusting him and our practice. We invite you to join us in celebrating Dr. Maynor’s remarkable career and wishing him all the best in his well-deserved retirement.
If you would like to share a message or have questions about your ongoing care, please don’t hesitate to contact our office.
William Mitchell, M.D.
In 1999, Dr. William Mitchell joined Dr. Robert Maynor in private practice, forming the Maynor & Mitchell Eye Center. A native of Auburn, Alabama, Dr. Mitchell attended medical school at the University of Alabama in Birmingham. He then completed a residency in ophthalmology at the University of Tennessee at Memphis.
Dr. Mitchell is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, and the International Society of Refractive Surgery.
Dr. Mitchell is known for always staying on the cutting edge of technology in the area of cataract surgery, using the most modern techniques available today. In fact, he’s the first in the area to use the breakthrough Crystalens® intraocular lens for post-cataract clear vision treatment. His extensive experience, together with an unparalleled commitment to offering the latest in procedures and technology to his patients in a caring and personalized environment, has made him one of the most sought-after eye care physicians in the area.
Michael Salter, M.D.
Dr. Michael Salter joined Maynor & Mitchell Eye Center in 2016 and has quickly become one of the busiest glaucoma surgeons in the state. A native of Birmingham, Alabama, Dr. Salter received his undergraduate degree from The University of Alabama and attended medical school at The University of Alabama School of Medicine (UAB). He then completed a residency in ophthalmology at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and then went on to complete an additional 1 year fellowship in surgical glaucoma at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.
Dr. Salter is an accomplished cataract and glaucoma surgeon that was trained in state of the art micro-invasive surgical and laser techniques to effectively treat glaucoma and cataracts. He routinely performs more of these type procedures than anyone else in North Alabama. These minimally invasive procedures include: i-Stent, Hydrus Stent, Ab-interno Canaloplasty (ABiC), Gonioscopy Ab-Interno Trabeculoplasty (GATT procedure), Kahook Duel Blade Goniotomy, Xen gel stent, and MicroPulse Transscleral Cyclophotocoagulation (mTSCPC). Dr. Salter also has the ability to combine these minimally invasive glaucoma procedures with the latest technology in cataract surgery, including laser assisted cataract removal along with laser vision correction
Jonathan K. Ramsey, M.D.
Dr. Ramsey joined Maynor & Mitchell Eye Center in 2018. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Lipscomb University in Nashville, TN and his Medical Doctorate from The Ohio State University. He completed his residency in ophthalmology at The Ohio State University, where he was elected chief resident.
Dr. Ramsey provides comprehensive ophthalmology services with a focus in cataract and refractive surgery. He has presented his research on predicting vision after cataract surgery at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons meeting.
Alexander Talalight, M.D.
A native of Russia, Dr Talalight moved to the United States 30 years ago, having studied in England prior to that. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA, where he was named the Biology Student of the Year in 1997. Following that, he engaged in laboratory research in immunology, biochemistry and infectious diseases at UAB in Birmingham, AL.
Dr. Talalight earned his medical degree at the University of Alabama School of Medicine, where he was the recipient of numerous awards, including the Charles Selah award for excellence in surgery. He then completed ophthalmology residency training at UAB and vitreoretinal fellowship at the Retina Specialists of Alabama and Helen Keller Foundation in Birmingham, AL.
Dr. Talalight joined Retina Centers of Alabama in Huntsville 2011. He specializes in treating diseases of the retina and vitreous, including macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy and retinal detachments. Dr. Talalight performs eye surgery at Crestwood Hospital and Huntsville Hospital.
Dr. Talalight is a Board-Certified Ophthalmologist and a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and American Society of Retina Specialists. He serves on Madison County Medical Society Board of Trustees.
Dr. Talalight has an academic appointment as a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Alabama School of Medicine, teaching medical students and residents. In addition, he serves as a Clinical Instructor at the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine, and Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Dr. Talalight and his wife Erin have 4 children. They love parks and mountains and are involved at their local church.
Charles Reeder, M.D.
Dr. Charles Reeder is a fellowship-trained corneal and cataract surgeon who joined Maynor & Mitchell Eye Center in 2025. A native of Atlanta, Georgia, he graduated magna cum laude from the University of Georgia with a degree in Biological Engineering and minors in Biochemistry and Spanish. He went on to earn his medical degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) before completing his ophthalmology residency at LSU–New Orleans, where he was recognized for his clinical skill and compassionate patient care.
Following residency, Dr. Reeder completed advanced fellowship training in Cornea and External Diseases at the internationally renowned Devers Eye Institute in Portland, Oregon. There, he gained extensive experience in partial thickness corneal transplantation—including Descemet’s Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK)—as well as the management of complex corneal disease, advanced cataract surgery, and refractive surgery complications.
Dr. Reeder has published peer-reviewed research, presented at national meetings, and received awards for both patient care and research excellence. He is dedicated to combining the latest surgical techniques with a personalized, compassionate approach to help patients achieve their best vision.
John Eitzen, M.D.
Dr. Eitzen was born and raised in Birmingham, AL. A graduate of Auburn University with a degree in Chemistry, Dr. Eitzen received his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine (UAB). He performed an internal medicine internship and completed a residency in ophthalmology at UAB and the Eye Foundation Hospital.
In 1990, he entered active duty in the United States Air Force and participated in Operation Desert Storm, where his unit built and operated the largest medical evacuation facility in the Gulf War theatre. While deployed, he served as advisor for Ophthalmology to the CENTAF Surgeon General.
After his military service, Dr. Eitzen received additional residency training at LSU and Ochsner Clinic Foundation and completed a cornea fellowship at Tulane University. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Dr. Eitzen enjoys sports, music, good conversation, and good books.
Jennifer Martin, O.D.
Dr. Martin began her career in Optometry in 1995 when she joined the practice of Dr. Robert Maynor here in Huntsville. She is a native of Fyffe, Alabama and attended Evangel University in Springfield, Missouri where she received her Bachelor of Science degree. She then went on to earn her Doctorate of Optometry degree from the University of Alabama in Birmingham School of Optometry.
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For the past 19 years, Dr. Martin has served North Alabama and its surrounding areas as a primary eye care physician. She evaluates and treats a vast array of eye conditions, provides routine family eye care, and fits many types of specialty contact lenses including: bifocals/multifocals, rigid gas permeables, astigmatism correcting/toric lenses, scleral lenses, and corneal refractive therapy (CRT) lenses.
Dr. Martin resides in Huntsville along with her husband Scott and their three children.
Gina Scott, O.D.
Dr. Scott was born and raised in Arab, AL. She has been serving the eye care needs of patients locally since 1999. Dr. Scott attended the University of Alabama for her undergraduate study, and she received her Doctor of Optometry degree from the University of Alabama in Birmingham School of Optometry. She is a member of the Alabama Optometric Association and American Optometric Association.
Dr. Scott is married and has three children. She has had the opportunity to travel on medical mission trips to Haiti and Zimbabwe, and treats children with vision needs at the HEALS clinic.
Johnnie Barnes, O.D.
Dr. Barnes has been providing the Tennessee Valley with optometric care since 1994. He diagnoses and manages a wide range of eye conditions, delivering exceptional eye care for families. Dr. Barnes is dedicated to educating his patients and building strong relationships with them, empowering them to make informed choices about their eye care.
Alan Peaslee, O.D.
Alan Peaslee, O.D., M.S., Dipl ABO, is a board-certified medical optometrist at Maynor and Mitchell Eye Center. He brings more than 30 years of clinical experience in comprehensive eye care, with expertise in glaucoma, neuro-ophthalmology, ocular surface disease, and cataract pre- and post-operative management.
A graduate of the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where he earned both his Doctor of Optometry and Master of Science in Physiological Optics, Dr. Peaslee has held leadership roles across Georgia and Alabama, including Center Director at VisionAmerica Huntsville. He is also dedicated to education, serving as a preceptor for future optometrists and nurse practitioners.
Dr. Peaslee is a retired Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Air Force and Georgia Air National Guard, where he was awarded the Bronze Star for his service during Operation Desert Storm. Outside of work, he enjoys ice hockey, disc golf, and spending time with his wife, Pat, their family, and their dogs on the Tennessee River.
