Dr. Linda Shilberg OD
Optometrist
17 Hillhouse Ave New Haven CT, 06511About
Dr. Linda Shilberg is an optometrist practicing in New Haven, CT. Dr. Shilberg specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Shilberg 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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