Dr. Barbara Pittaras OD
Optometrist | Corneal and Contact Management
5509 Urbana Pike Frederick MD, 21704About
Dr. Barbara Pittaras is an optometrist practicing in Frederick, MD. Dr. Pittaras specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Pittaras 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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