Dr. Michael J Portz OD
Optometrist
1409 N 2nd St Red Oak IA, 51566About
Dr. Michael Portz is an optometrist practicing in Red Oak, IA. Dr. Portz specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Portz 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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