Dr. Al Ray, III, graduated from The University of Georgia with a B.S. in Cellular Biology. During his time at UGA, he also participated in the Center for Undergraduate Research Opportunities (CURO) Fellowship program and conducted studies in microbiology and genetics. Following this, he went on to complete medical school at the Medical College of Georgia. Dr. Ray completed his urology residency at Case Western Reserve University Hospital. His interests include scrotal and inguinal surgery, kidney stone disease, and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), with a special focus on Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HOLEP).
Dr. Ray is happy to return to his native Atlanta and serve his community. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, running, and music production.
Specialties
Urology
Education & Training
Medical College of Georgia-Augusta University
Degree
Doctor of Medicine
Residency
Case Western Reserve University
Certifications
American Board of Urology
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Wellstar North Fulton Hospital
Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
Languages spoken
English
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.7
Based on 239 patient ratings
Treated me with courtesy and respect
Shared easy to understand information
I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
Listened to me carefully
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
Shared the right amount of information
Earned my trust
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Patient Reviews
5
I feel very comfortable going to this doctor.
November 10, 2026
5
All the staff were incredibly attentive, friendly, and polite. They showed me empathy, which I really appreciated. Thank you so much, and keep up the great work!
October 31, 2026
5
I am very impressed with Dr. Al W. Ray and his staff
October 19, 2026
5
I found all of the staff to be warm, kind and upbeat. I could feel that attitude almost immediately as I walked in the door. Dr Ray was all that I would've wished in a urology specialist. He was very patient, as I had a long list of questions to pursue. His council was very valuable and I am grateful for all of it. I highly recommend this practice and this physician.
October 17, 2026
5
Dr Ray was very well prepared and answered all questions during our discussion. Very impressed with him.
October 8, 2026
5
Very best care, above and beyond all others.
October 8, 2026
5
Dr. Ray is an excellent urologist. He's very, very good manner, listens to what you have to say, interested in the best way to help you. Just very, very impressed with him, as I have been with several WellSTAR doctors that I've used. I appreciate your guys' organization and your feedback situation is very smart. And feel free to use my name anywhere you want if you don't want it to be anonymous. Thank you very much.
October 7, 2026
5
Good visit.
September 25, 2026
5
Dr. Al Ray and his staff is extremely professional, helpful in every way. I was treated with courtesy and respect. In addition, they are highly trained, know what they're doing, and got me back on my feet, and I feel great. Congratulations to Dr. Ray and his team. Thank you.
September 24, 2026
5
The doctor was great
September 20, 2026
5
All positive
September 16, 2026
5
The girls that check you in are the best. Amanda, Tammy and the girl that check you, is the best too. The three girls are very professional and smiling all the time. The Dr. Ray nurse, Mimi, excellent very professional y smile and the Dr. Ray, very good Dr. the best, very Professional, smiling all the time, they make you feel home,
September 12, 2026
5
Dr. Ray is very patient focused. He takes the time to answer questions and provides explanations.
September 11, 2026
5
Very polite and knowledgeable staff. The place was clean and organized. Dr Ray was on time and very respectful. I got new appointments and I feel happy about it.
September 10, 2026
5
Dr Ray and staff are great!
September 6, 2026
5
Seriously the care was excellent. The hospitality was great and I got great respect for everybody that took care of me.
September 10, 2026
5
The staff was amazing. The urology receptionist was welcoming and friendly. Mimi was personable and very thorough when collecting my health info. The Dr explained everything, answered all my questions and took his time. I appreciate the care I received here today. Everything was exceptional! (I even had a great parking space!)
August 23, 2026
5
As always Dr Ray was great, I feel safe and confident in his care
August 22, 2026
5
Excellent care and service
August 14, 2026
5
I am very satisfied with my experience with Dr. Ray. He was thorough, and he answered all of my questions. My daughter joined us on speaker phone, and he answered all of her questions too.
August 14, 2026
5
Dr. Ray, Took his time and was focused on finding my problem and taking care of it.
August 6, 2026
5
Professional and though
August 2, 2026
5
Very good client care. They are competent, polite, and caring. I like the facility and those working there.
August 1, 2026
5
Dr Ray very kind n patient- the staff also great
July 11, 2026
5
From the receptionist to the doctor, everyone was pleasant and professional. Good feel throughout the office.
July 2, 2026
4
Everyone was respectful and friendly
June 28, 2026
5
I felt welcomed from the moment I entered the facility. The check-in staff was friendly and courteous. I did not feel rushed and this attitude was also displayed by the staff who took my vitals, health and medical history. Dr. Ray topped it off with his disarming and collegial approach. He took the time to address every concern raised by me, and also to ask probing questions that would help with his diagnosis. He has superb patient care skills! I am looking forward to making this my permanent medical care practice.
June 27, 2026
5
Professional and caring doctor and staff. Excellent Wellstar MyChart app.
June 27, 2026
5
Great staff and listening is the key...
June 25, 2026
5
They treated me very well and everyone is very professional, thank you so much for being so kind.
June 24, 2026
5
I feel very comfortable going to this doctor.
November 10, 2026
5
All the staff were incredibly attentive, friendly, and polite. They showed me empathy, which I really appreciated. Thank you so much, and keep up the great work!
October 31, 2026
5
I am very impressed with Dr. Al W. Ray and his staff
October 19, 2026
5
I found all of the staff to be warm, kind and upbeat. I could feel that attitude almost immediately as I walked in the door. Dr Ray was all that I would've wished in a urology specialist. He was very patient, as I had a long list of questions to pursue. His council was very valuable and I am grateful for all of it. I highly recommend this practice and this physician.
October 17, 2026
5
Dr Ray was very well prepared and answered all questions during our discussion. Very impressed with him.
October 8, 2026
5
Very best care, above and beyond all others.
October 8, 2026
5
Dr. Ray is an excellent urologist. He's very, very good manner, listens to what you have to say, interested in the best way to help you. Just very, very impressed with him, as I have been with several WellSTAR doctors that I've used. I appreciate your guys' organization and your feedback situation is very smart. And feel free to use my name anywhere you want if you don't want it to be anonymous. Thank you very much.
October 7, 2026
5
Good visit.
September 25, 2026
5
Dr. Al Ray and his staff is extremely professional, helpful in every way. I was treated with courtesy and respect. In addition, they are highly trained, know what they're doing, and got me back on my feet, and I feel great. Congratulations to Dr. Ray and his team. Thank you.
September 24, 2026
5
The doctor was great
September 20, 2026
5
All positive
September 16, 2026
5
The girls that check you in are the best. Amanda, Tammy and the girl that check you, is the best too. The three girls are very professional and smiling all the time. The Dr. Ray nurse, Mimi, excellent very professional y smile and the Dr. Ray, very good Dr. the best, very Professional, smiling all the time, they make you feel home,
September 12, 2026
5
Dr. Ray is very patient focused. He takes the time to answer questions and provides explanations.
September 11, 2026
5
Very polite and knowledgeable staff. The place was clean and organized. Dr Ray was on time and very respectful. I got new appointments and I feel happy about it.
September 10, 2026
5
Dr Ray and staff are great!
September 6, 2026
5
Seriously the care was excellent. The hospitality was great and I got great respect for everybody that took care of me.
September 10, 2026
5
The staff was amazing. The urology receptionist was welcoming and friendly. Mimi was personable and very thorough when collecting my health info. The Dr explained everything, answered all my questions and took his time. I appreciate the care I received here today. Everything was exceptional! (I even had a great parking space!)
August 23, 2026
5
As always Dr Ray was great, I feel safe and confident in his care
August 22, 2026
5
Excellent care and service
August 14, 2026
5
I am very satisfied with my experience with Dr. Ray. He was thorough, and he answered all of my questions. My daughter joined us on speaker phone, and he answered all of her questions too.
August 14, 2026
5
Dr. Ray, Took his time and was focused on finding my problem and taking care of it.
August 6, 2026
5
Professional and though
August 2, 2026
5
Very good client care. They are competent, polite, and caring. I like the facility and those working there.
August 1, 2026
5
Dr Ray very kind n patient- the staff also great
July 11, 2026
5
From the receptionist to the doctor, everyone was pleasant and professional. Good feel throughout the office.
July 2, 2026
5
I felt welcomed from the moment I entered the facility. The check-in staff was friendly and courteous. I did not feel rushed and this attitude was also displayed by the staff who took my vitals, health and medical history. Dr. Ray topped it off with his disarming and collegial approach. He took the time to address every concern raised by me, and also to ask probing questions that would help with his diagnosis. He has superb patient care skills! I am looking forward to making this my permanent medical care practice.
June 27, 2026
5
Professional and caring doctor and staff. Excellent Wellstar MyChart app.
June 27, 2026
5
Great staff and listening is the key...
June 25, 2026
5
They treated me very well and everyone is very professional, thank you so much for being so kind.
June 24, 2026
4
Everyone was respectful and friendly
June 28, 2026
4
Everyone was respectful and friendly
June 28, 2026
5
I feel very comfortable going to this doctor.
November 10, 2026
5
All the staff were incredibly attentive, friendly, and polite. They showed me empathy, which I really appreciated. Thank you so much, and keep up the great work!
October 31, 2026
5
I am very impressed with Dr. Al W. Ray and his staff
October 19, 2026
5
I found all of the staff to be warm, kind and upbeat. I could feel that attitude almost immediately as I walked in the door. Dr Ray was all that I would've wished in a urology specialist. He was very patient, as I had a long list of questions to pursue. His council was very valuable and I am grateful for all of it. I highly recommend this practice and this physician.
October 17, 2026
5
Dr Ray was very well prepared and answered all questions during our discussion. Very impressed with him.
October 8, 2026
5
Very best care, above and beyond all others.
October 8, 2026
5
Dr. Ray is an excellent urologist. He's very, very good manner, listens to what you have to say, interested in the best way to help you. Just very, very impressed with him, as I have been with several WellSTAR doctors that I've used. I appreciate your guys' organization and your feedback situation is very smart. And feel free to use my name anywhere you want if you don't want it to be anonymous. Thank you very much.
October 7, 2026
5
Good visit.
September 25, 2026
5
Dr. Al Ray and his staff is extremely professional, helpful in every way. I was treated with courtesy and respect. In addition, they are highly trained, know what they're doing, and got me back on my feet, and I feel great. Congratulations to Dr. Ray and his team. Thank you.
September 24, 2026
5
The doctor was great
September 20, 2026
5
All positive
September 16, 2026
5
The girls that check you in are the best. Amanda, Tammy and the girl that check you, is the best too. The three girls are very professional and smiling all the time. The Dr. Ray nurse, Mimi, excellent very professional y smile and the Dr. Ray, very good Dr. the best, very Professional, smiling all the time, they make you feel home,
September 12, 2026
5
Dr. Ray is very patient focused. He takes the time to answer questions and provides explanations.
September 11, 2026
5
Very polite and knowledgeable staff. The place was clean and organized. Dr Ray was on time and very respectful. I got new appointments and I feel happy about it.
September 10, 2026
5
Dr Ray and staff are great!
September 6, 2026
5
Seriously the care was excellent. The hospitality was great and I got great respect for everybody that took care of me.
September 10, 2026
5
The staff was amazing. The urology receptionist was welcoming and friendly. Mimi was personable and very thorough when collecting my health info. The Dr explained everything, answered all my questions and took his time. I appreciate the care I received here today. Everything was exceptional! (I even had a great parking space!)
August 23, 2026
5
As always Dr Ray was great, I feel safe and confident in his care
August 22, 2026
5
Excellent care and service
August 14, 2026
5
I am very satisfied with my experience with Dr. Ray. He was thorough, and he answered all of my questions. My daughter joined us on speaker phone, and he answered all of her questions too.
August 14, 2026
5
Dr. Ray, Took his time and was focused on finding my problem and taking care of it.
August 6, 2026
5
Professional and though
August 2, 2026
5
Very good client care. They are competent, polite, and caring. I like the facility and those working there.
August 1, 2026
5
Dr Ray very kind n patient- the staff also great
July 11, 2026
5
From the receptionist to the doctor, everyone was pleasant and professional. Good feel throughout the office.
July 2, 2026
5
I felt welcomed from the moment I entered the facility. The check-in staff was friendly and courteous. I did not feel rushed and this attitude was also displayed by the staff who took my vitals, health and medical history. Dr. Ray topped it off with his disarming and collegial approach. He took the time to address every concern raised by me, and also to ask probing questions that would help with his diagnosis. He has superb patient care skills! I am looking forward to making this my permanent medical care practice.
June 27, 2026
5
Professional and caring doctor and staff. Excellent Wellstar MyChart app.
June 27, 2026
5
Great staff and listening is the key...
June 25, 2026
5
They treated me very well and everyone is very professional, thank you so much for being so kind.
June 24, 2026
5
I feel very comfortable going to this doctor.
November 10, 2026
5
All the staff were incredibly attentive, friendly, and polite. They showed me empathy, which I really appreciated. Thank you so much, and keep up the great work!
October 31, 2026
5
I am very impressed with Dr. Al W. Ray and his staff
October 19, 2026
5
I found all of the staff to be warm, kind and upbeat. I could feel that attitude almost immediately as I walked in the door. Dr Ray was all that I would've wished in a urology specialist. He was very patient, as I had a long list of questions to pursue. His council was very valuable and I am grateful for all of it. I highly recommend this practice and this physician.
October 17, 2026
5
Dr Ray was very well prepared and answered all questions during our discussion. Very impressed with him.
October 8, 2026
5
Very best care, above and beyond all others.
October 8, 2026
5
Dr. Ray is an excellent urologist. He's very, very good manner, listens to what you have to say, interested in the best way to help you. Just very, very impressed with him, as I have been with several WellSTAR doctors that I've used. I appreciate your guys' organization and your feedback situation is very smart. And feel free to use my name anywhere you want if you don't want it to be anonymous. Thank you very much.
October 7, 2026
5
Good visit.
September 25, 2026
5
Dr. Al Ray and his staff is extremely professional, helpful in every way. I was treated with courtesy and respect. In addition, they are highly trained, know what they're doing, and got me back on my feet, and I feel great. Congratulations to Dr. Ray and his team. Thank you.
September 24, 2026
5
The doctor was great
September 20, 2026
5
All positive
September 16, 2026
5
The girls that check you in are the best. Amanda, Tammy and the girl that check you, is the best too. The three girls are very professional and smiling all the time. The Dr. Ray nurse, Mimi, excellent very professional y smile and the Dr. Ray, very good Dr. the best, very Professional, smiling all the time, they make you feel home,
September 12, 2026
5
Dr. Ray is very patient focused. He takes the time to answer questions and provides explanations.
September 11, 2026
5
Seriously the care was excellent. The hospitality was great and I got great respect for everybody that took care of me.
September 10, 2026
5
Very polite and knowledgeable staff. The place was clean and organized. Dr Ray was on time and very respectful. I got new appointments and I feel happy about it.
September 10, 2026
5
Dr Ray and staff are great!
September 6, 2026
5
The staff was amazing. The urology receptionist was welcoming and friendly. Mimi was personable and very thorough when collecting my health info. The Dr explained everything, answered all my questions and took his time. I appreciate the care I received here today. Everything was exceptional! (I even had a great parking space!)
August 23, 2026
5
As always Dr Ray was great, I feel safe and confident in his care
August 22, 2026
5
I am very satisfied with my experience with Dr. Ray. He was thorough, and he answered all of my questions. My daughter joined us on speaker phone, and he answered all of her questions too.
August 14, 2026
5
Excellent care and service
August 14, 2026
5
Dr. Ray, Took his time and was focused on finding my problem and taking care of it.
August 6, 2026
5
Professional and though
August 2, 2026
5
Very good client care. They are competent, polite, and caring. I like the facility and those working there.
August 1, 2026
5
Dr Ray very kind n patient- the staff also great
July 11, 2026
5
From the receptionist to the doctor, everyone was pleasant and professional. Good feel throughout the office.
July 2, 2026
4
Everyone was respectful and friendly
June 28, 2026
5
I felt welcomed from the moment I entered the facility. The check-in staff was friendly and courteous. I did not feel rushed and this attitude was also displayed by the staff who took my vitals, health and medical history. Dr. Ray topped it off with his disarming and collegial approach. He took the time to address every concern raised by me, and also to ask probing questions that would help with his diagnosis. He has superb patient care skills! I am looking forward to making this my permanent medical care practice.
June 27, 2026
5
Professional and caring doctor and staff. Excellent Wellstar MyChart app.
June 27, 2026
5
Great staff and listening is the key...
June 25, 2026
5
They treated me very well and everyone is very professional, thank you so much for being so kind.
June 24, 2026
5
They treated me very well and everyone is very professional, thank you so much for being so kind.
June 24, 2026
5
Great staff and listening is the key...
June 25, 2026
5
Professional and caring doctor and staff. Excellent Wellstar MyChart app.
June 27, 2026
5
I felt welcomed from the moment I entered the facility. The check-in staff was friendly and courteous. I did not feel rushed and this attitude was also displayed by the staff who took my vitals, health and medical history. Dr. Ray topped it off with his disarming and collegial approach. He took the time to address every concern raised by me, and also to ask probing questions that would help with his diagnosis. He has superb patient care skills! I am looking forward to making this my permanent medical care practice.
June 27, 2026
4
Everyone was respectful and friendly
June 28, 2026
5
From the receptionist to the doctor, everyone was pleasant and professional. Good feel throughout the office.
July 2, 2026
5
Dr Ray very kind n patient- the staff also great
July 11, 2026
5
Very good client care. They are competent, polite, and caring. I like the facility and those working there.
August 1, 2026
5
Professional and though
August 2, 2026
5
Dr. Ray, Took his time and was focused on finding my problem and taking care of it.
August 6, 2026
5
Excellent care and service
August 14, 2026
5
I am very satisfied with my experience with Dr. Ray. He was thorough, and he answered all of my questions. My daughter joined us on speaker phone, and he answered all of her questions too.
August 14, 2026
5
As always Dr Ray was great, I feel safe and confident in his care
August 22, 2026
5
The staff was amazing. The urology receptionist was welcoming and friendly. Mimi was personable and very thorough when collecting my health info. The Dr explained everything, answered all my questions and took his time. I appreciate the care I received here today. Everything was exceptional! (I even had a great parking space!)
August 23, 2026
5
Dr Ray and staff are great!
September 6, 2026
5
Very polite and knowledgeable staff. The place was clean and organized. Dr Ray was on time and very respectful. I got new appointments and I feel happy about it.
September 10, 2026
5
Seriously the care was excellent. The hospitality was great and I got great respect for everybody that took care of me.
September 10, 2026
5
Dr. Ray is very patient focused. He takes the time to answer questions and provides explanations.
September 11, 2026
5
The girls that check you in are the best. Amanda, Tammy and the girl that check you, is the best too. The three girls are very professional and smiling all the time. The Dr. Ray nurse, Mimi, excellent very professional y smile and the Dr. Ray, very good Dr. the best, very Professional, smiling all the time, they make you feel home,
September 12, 2026
5
All positive
September 16, 2026
5
The doctor was great
September 20, 2026
5
Dr. Al Ray and his staff is extremely professional, helpful in every way. I was treated with courtesy and respect. In addition, they are highly trained, know what they're doing, and got me back on my feet, and I feel great. Congratulations to Dr. Ray and his team. Thank you.
September 24, 2026
5
Good visit.
September 25, 2026
5
Dr. Ray is an excellent urologist. He's very, very good manner, listens to what you have to say, interested in the best way to help you. Just very, very impressed with him, as I have been with several WellSTAR doctors that I've used. I appreciate your guys' organization and your feedback situation is very smart. And feel free to use my name anywhere you want if you don't want it to be anonymous. Thank you very much.
October 7, 2026
5
Very best care, above and beyond all others.
October 8, 2026
5
Dr Ray was very well prepared and answered all questions during our discussion. Very impressed with him.
October 8, 2026
5
I found all of the staff to be warm, kind and upbeat. I could feel that attitude almost immediately as I walked in the door. Dr Ray was all that I would've wished in a urology specialist. He was very patient, as I had a long list of questions to pursue. His council was very valuable and I am grateful for all of it. I highly recommend this practice and this physician.
October 17, 2026
5
I am very impressed with Dr. Al W. Ray and his staff
October 19, 2026
5
All the staff were incredibly attentive, friendly, and polite. They showed me empathy, which I really appreciated. Thank you so much, and keep up the great work!
October 31, 2026
5
I feel very comfortable going to this doctor.
November 10, 2026
Publications and Articles
Minimally Invasive Care for an Enlarged Prostate—With Lasting Relief
By
Dr. Al Ray,
Wellstar urologist
If you’re experiencing urinary symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate, you’re not alone—and effective treatment is available.
Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a condition in which the prostate gland becomes enlarged. Using advanced laser technology, HoLEP helps remove prostate tissue that blocks urine flow, providing lasting relief from uncomfortable urinary symptoms.
Understanding BPH
The prostate is a small gland located below the bladder and in front of the rectum. As men age, it can enlarge and obstruct the urethra—the tube that carries urine out of the body.
This can lead to symptoms such as:
Frequent urination
Difficulty starting or stopping urination
Weak urine stream
Urinary retention (feeling that the bladder doesn’t completely empty)
How HoLEP works
During HoLEP, your surgeon uses a holmium laser—a precise and powerful tool—to carefully remove the prostate tissue causing the blockage.
The tissue is separated into sections (called lobes), broken into smaller pieces and removed from the bladder. Because the procedure is performed entirely through the urethra, no external incisions are needed—making it less invasive than traditional surgery.
Benefits of HoLEP
HoLEP offers several important benefits, including:
Less bleeding: The laser minimizes bleeding, making it a safer option for many patients, including those on blood thinners.
Lasting results: Studies show HoLEP provides durable relief of BPH symptoms, with a recurrence rate of less than 1%.
Stronger urinary flow: Most patients notice significant improvement in urinary flow and comfort.
Effective for large prostates: HoLEP works well for men with larger prostates that may not be suitable for other minimally invasive procedures.
What to expect
Knowing what to expect before, during and after your procedure can help you feel prepared and confident. Your care team will guide you every step of the way.
Anesthesia: HoLEP is performed under general anesthesia.
Procedure time: Typically lasts one to two hours
Hospital stay: Most patients go home the same day.
Recovery: Some mild discomfort or urinary symptoms—such as frequent urination, temporary incontinence or urgency—may occur for a few weeks while healing.
After surgery, a catheter may be placed for one to two days to help with urination while your prostate heals. It’s normal to see a small amount of blood in your urine during this time. Once the catheter is removed in the office, many patients no longer need medication to manage prostate symptoms.
While rare, potential risks include infection, temporary urinary incontinence or urethral stricture (narrowing of the urethra). Most men recover fully and experience excellent long-term results.
Is HoLEP right for you?
HoLEP may be a good option if you have moderate to severe BPH symptoms that haven’t improved with medication, or if you have a larger prostate that isn’t suitable for other procedures.
It’s a safe, highly effective way to relieve symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate—with no incisions, minimal bleeding and a faster recovery.
To learn more about prostate care and other urology services, visit
wellstar.org/urology.
