Dr. Vernon Tompkins OD
Optometrist
658 Main St Plantsville CT, 06479About
Dr. Vernon Tompkins is an optometrist practicing in Plantsville, CT. Dr. Tompkins specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Tompkins 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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