Dr. Robert R Whitaker M.D.
Ophthalmologist
2021 N Macarthur Blvd Suite 150 Irving TX, 75061About
Dr. Robert Whitaker is an ophthalmologist practicing in Irving, TX. Dr. Whitaker specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Whitaker 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. Whitaker 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 Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1972
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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