Dr. Barry M Wepman M.D.
Ophthalmologist
70 Kenyon Ave Suite 211 Wakefield RI, 02879About
Dr. Barry Wepman is an ophthalmologist practicing in Wakefield, RI. Dr. Wepman specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Wepman 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. Wepman 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
Wayne State Univ Sch of Med, Detroit Mi 1972
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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