
Dr. Douglas Shumaker O.D.
Optometrist | Corneal and Contact Management
2929 Mcfarland Rd Rockford IL, 61107About
Dr. Douglas Shumaker is an optometrist practicing in Rockford, IL. Dr. Shumaker specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Shumaker 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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