Dr. Shelley M Richards O.D.
Optometrist
445 W Poplar St Stockton CA, 95203About
Dr. Shelley Richards is an optometrist practicing in Stockton, CA. Dr. Richards specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Richards 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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