Dr. Brian Joseph Carey M.D.
Ophthalmologist
2915 S Alder St Tacoma WA, 98409About
Dr. Brian Carey is an ophthalmologist practicing in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Carey specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Carey 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. Carey 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
Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La 1989
Tulane University of Louisiana 1989
Tulane University School of Medicine 1989
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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Treatments
- Cataracts
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