Dr. Rachel Kim Sobel M.D.
Ophthalmologist
111 S 11th St Suite 2170 Philadelphia PA, 19107About
Dr. Rachel Sobel is an ophthalmologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Sobel specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Sobel 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. Sobel 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.
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OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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