Dr. Silgi Rachel Philip O.D.
Optometrist
381 Amsterdam Ave New York NY, 10024About
Dr. Silgi Philip is an optometrist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Philip specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Philip 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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- American Academy of Optometry
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