Christa D Pietrzyk O.D.
Optometrist
1700 E West Rd Calumet City IL, 60409About
Dr. Christa Pietrzyk is an optometrist practicing in Calumet City, IL. Dr. Pietrzyk specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Pietrzyk 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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