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Dr. Robert Mitchell Thacker O.D.
Optometrist
1466 Broad St Providence RI, 02905About
Dr. Robert Thacker is an optometrist practicing in Providence, RI. Dr. Thacker specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Thacker performs eye exams, tests vision, corrects vision by prescribing eye glasses or contacts, detects certain eye disorders and manages and treats vision problems. Optometrists often work closely with ophthalmologists who may need to further treat patients with surgical procedures.
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