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Dr. Yaris Arlene Leon figueroa M.D.
Ophthalmologist
Carr. 21 U3 #2 San Juan PR, 00921About
Dr. Yaris Leon figueroa is an ophthalmologist practicing in San Juan, PR. Dr. Leon figueroa specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Leon figueroa 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. Leon figueroa 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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