Dr. Robert J. Fucigna, MD
Ophthalmologist
70 Mill River St Stamford CT, 06902About
Dr. Robert Fucigna is an ophthalmologist practicing in Stamford, CT. Dr. Fucigna specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Fucigna 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. Fucigna 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
Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj 1991
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