Dr. Melissa M Summerfield MD
Ophthalmologist
600 Gresham Dr Norfolk VA, 23507About
Dr. Melissa Summerfield is an ophthalmologist practicing in Norfolk, VA. Dr. Summerfield specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Summerfield 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. Summerfield 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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