Dr. Alexander G Smith MD
Ophthalmologist
1650 1st Ave Ne Cedar Rapids IA, 52402About
Dr. Alexander Smith is an ophthalmologist practicing in Cedar Rapids, IA. Dr. Smith specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith 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 Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl 1970
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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