Dr. Kristen A Smith OD
Optometrist
7954 Big Bend Blvd Saint Louis MO, 63119About
Dr. Kristen Smith is an optometrist practicing in Saint Louis, MO. Dr. Smith specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Smith 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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