Dr. Susan M Fowell MD
Ophthalmologist
4855 E State St Rockford IL, 61108About
Dr. Susan Fowell is an ophthalmologist practicing in Rockford, IL. Dr. Fowell specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Fowell 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. Fowell 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
Northwestern Uniiversity 1985
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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