Dr. Kristina H. Austin, M.D.
Ophthalmologist
3553 WHIPPLE RD UNION CITY CA , 94587About
Dr. Kristina Austin is an ophthalmologist practicing in Hayward, CA. Dr. Austin specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Austin 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. Austin 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
Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi 1983
Med College Of Wisconsin 1983
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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