Dr. Stephen W Lum O.D.
Optometrist
1284 Auto Park Way Escondido Promenade Escondido CA, 92029About
Dr. Stephen Lum is an optometrist practicing in Escondido, CA. Dr. Lum specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Lum 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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