Thomas H Handel OD
Optometrist
919 East Turkeyfoot Lake Road Unit C Akron OH, 44312About
Dr. Thomas Handel is an optometrist practicing in Akron, OH. Dr. Handel specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Handel 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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