Dr. John J Pietrantonio O.D.
Optometrist
10 Gove st Boston MA, 02128About
Dr. John Pietrantonio is an optometrist practicing in Boston, MA. Dr. Pietrantonio specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Pietrantonio 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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