Dr. Richard Alexander Lane M.D.
Ophthalmologist
441 River St Springfield VT, 05156About
Dr. Richard Lane is an ophthalmologist practicing in Springfield, VT. Dr. Lane specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Lane 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. Lane 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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