Dr. Janet Nelson Gordon O.D.
Optometrist
632 Grassfield Pkwy Chesapeake VA, 23322About
Dr. Janet Gordon is an optometrist practicing in Chesapeake, VA. Dr. Gordon specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Gordon 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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