Dr. Michael Jacob Schermer M.D.
Ophthalmologist
2620 Hurley Way Suite A Sacramento CA, 95864About
Dr. Michael Schermer is an ophthalmologist practicing in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Schermer specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Schermer 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. Schermer 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
Univ of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi 1969
University of Michigan Medical School 1969
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Ophthalmology (eye Disease)
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Macular Degeneration
- Glaucoma
Professional Memberships
- Fellow American Academy of Ophthalmology
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