Ophthalmology Doctors in Emmaus, PA Accepting Medicare

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Dr. Joseph Kavchok Jr., M.D.
Ophthalmology
Medicare: Medicare Enrolled
Practice Location: 319 Main St, Emmaus, PA 18049
Phone: 610-421-8470    Fax: 610-273-5683

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Ophthalmology: An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.


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