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Dr. Philip M Shapiro

Optometrist (Pediatric) | Pediatrics

45 Asylum St Hartford CT, 06103
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Philip Shapiro is a pediatric optometrist practicing in Hartford, CT. Philip specializes in providing eye care services to children. As an optometrist, Philip performs eye evaluations, tests vision, corrects vision by prescribing eye glasses or contacts, detects certain eye disorders and manages and treats vision problems. Philip is specifically trained to examine and treat visual disorders in children. Pediatric optometrists will typically prescribe children glasses until age 12, and around 12 years of age children can be prescribed contact lenses.

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DermatologyAmerican Board of DermatologyABD- Dermatopathology

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Dr. Philip M Shapiro's Practice location

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45 Asylum St -
Hartford, CT 06103
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New patients: 860-522-2020
Fax: 860-522-5577
http://www.hlopticians.com

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