Dr. Richard E Hale OD
Optometrist
106 E Main St Washington IN, 47501About
Dr. Richard Hale is an optometrist practicing in Washington, IN. Dr. Hale specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Hale 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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