Dr. Mark Alan Altfillisch OD
Optometrist
224 E Main Street Ottumwa IA, 52501About
Dr. Mark Altfillisch is an optometrist practicing in Ottumwa, IA. Dr. Altfillisch specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Altfillisch 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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