Dr. Charles Scott Atkinson MD
Ophthalmologist
1229 E Seminole St Springfield MO, 65804About
Dr. Charles Atkinson is an ophthalmologist practicing in Springfield, MO. Dr. Atkinson specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Atkinson 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. Atkinson 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.
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OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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