Dr. Tara M Viechnicki MD
Ophthalmologist
2016 Meade Pkwy Suffolk VA, 23434About
Dr. Tara Viechnicki is an ophthalmologist practicing in Suffolk, VA. Dr. Viechnicki specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Viechnicki 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. Viechnicki 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
Allegheny Univ Of Hlth Sciences- Philadelphia Pa 1999
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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