
Dr. Thomas Alan Banton O.D.
Optometrist
2034 Rio Hill Ctr Charlottesville VA, 22901About
Dr. Thomas Banton is an optometrist practicing in Charlottesville, VA. Dr. Banton specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Banton performs eye exams, tests vision, corrects vision by prescribing eye glasses or contacts, detects certain eye disorders and manages and treats vision problems. Optometrists often work closely with ophthalmologists who may need to further treat patients with surgical procedures.
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Orthopaedic SurgeryAmerican Board of Orthopaedic SurgeryABOS
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