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Dr. William Jason Read M.D.
Ophthalmologist
1310 N 19th St Monroe LA, 71201About
Dr. William Read is an ophthalmologist practicing in Monroe, LA. Dr. Read specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Read 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. Read 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.
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OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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