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Dr. Barbara J Ristvedt OD
Optometrist
6650 Chippewa St Saint Louis MO, 63109About
Dr. Barbara Ristvedt is an optometrist practicing in Saint Louis, MO. Dr. Ristvedt specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Ristvedt 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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