
Dr. Stephen O'connell
Ophthalmologist
340 Hulse Rd Pensacola FL, 32508About
Dr. Stephen O'connell is an ophthalmologist practicing in Pensacola, FL. Dr. O'connell specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. O'connell 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. O'connell 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
Creighton University School of Medicine 1987
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Scott Francis Mcclellan M.D., M.P.H.340 Hulse Rd Pensacola FL 32508
- Dr. David Dawes Hessert M.D.220 HOVEY RD PENSACOLA FL 32508
- Dr. Gavin Carter Mcewan M.D.340 Hulse Rd Pensacola FL 32508
- Dr. Thomas Benton Ableman M.D.340 Hulse Rd Pensacola FL 32508
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