Dr. Elissa M Contillo OD
Optometrist
671 Atwood Ave Cranston RI, 02920About
Dr. Elissa Contillo is an optometrist practicing in Cranston, RI. Dr. Contillo specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Contillo 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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