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Dr. James A. Gessler MD

Ophthalmologist

1229 E Seminole St Springfield MO, 65804

About

Dr. James Gessler is an ophthalmologist practicing in Springfield, MO. Dr. Gessler specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Gessler 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. Gessler 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 Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks 1974

University of Wales in Great Britain 1974

Board Certification

OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 43 years of experience

Treatments

  • Cataracts
  • Diabetes
  • Glaucoma
  • Type 2 Diabetes

Dr. James A. Gessler MD's Practice location

Practice At 1229 E Seminole St

1229 E Seminole St -
Springfield, MO 65804
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New patients: 417-820-9393
Fax: 417-820-9725, 417-820-9726

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MERCY HOSPITAL SPRINGFIELDl

1235 E CHEROKEE SPRINGFIELD MO 65804

Head west on East Seminole Street 357 ft
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COX MEDICAL CENTERSl

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