Dr. Kenneth Farr, MD
Ophthalmologist | Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
10 William Pope Dr Okatie SC, 29909About
Dr. Kenneth Farr is an ophthalmologist practicing in Okatie, SC. Dr. Farr specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Farr 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. Farr 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.
Education and Training
University of Alabama School of Medicine 1992
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Macular Degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Nearsightedness
Professional Memberships
- American Board of Ophthalmology
- Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Hobbies / Sports
- Fly Fishing, Triathalons
Areas of research
With over 36,000 surgeries performed, he and his team of medical professionals have helped tens of thousands of people improve their lifestyle and well-being through the latest in innovative healthcare
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