Dr. Ralph F Helzerman MD
Ophthalmologist
512 E Main St Hillsboro OR, 97123About
Dr. Ralph Helzerman is an ophthalmologist practicing in Hillsboro, OR. Dr. Helzerman specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Helzerman can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Helzerman can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Education and Training
Univ of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi 1967
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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