Dr. Richard Allen Orchard M.D.
Ophthalmologist
1112 W 6th St Suite 214 Lawrence KS, 66044About
Dr. Richard Orchard is an ophthalmologist practicing in Lawrence, KS. Dr. Orchard specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Orchard 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. Orchard 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
Washington Univ Sch Of Med- St Louis Mo 1968
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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