Dr. Thomas J Wescom M.D.
Ophthalmologist
11245 Huron St Denver CO, 80234About
Dr. Thomas Wescom is an ophthalmologist practicing in Lafayette, CO. Dr. Wescom specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Wescom 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. Wescom 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 Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne 1997
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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