Dr. Eric Ernest Polk OD
Optometrist
425 N New Ballas Rd Suite 230 Saint Louis MO, 63141About
Dr. Eric Polk is an optometrist practicing in Saint Louis, MO. Dr. Polk specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Polk 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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