Dr. Thomas Stough Helfrich OD
Optometrist
1673 Clarkson Rd Chesterfield MO, 63017About
Dr. Thomas Helfrich is an optometrist practicing in Chesterfield, MO. Dr. Helfrich specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Helfrich 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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