Dr. Robert W. Summerer M.D.
Ophthalmologist
2524 Lookout Cir Helena MT, 59601About
Dr. Robert Summerer is an ophthalmologist practicing in Helena, MT. Dr. Summerer specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Summerer 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. Summerer 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 Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1975
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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