Dr. Frank Paul Larussa OD
Optometrist
209 Lakeshore Pkwy Birmingham AL, 35209About
Dr. Frank Larussa is an optometrist practicing in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Larussa specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Larussa 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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