Dr. Meredith Saylor Baker M.D.
Ophthalmologist | Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
200 Hawkins Dr Uihc Department Of O Iowa City IA, 52242About
Dr. Meredith Baker is an ophthalmologist practicing in Iowa City, IA. Dr. Baker specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Baker 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. Baker 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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