Dr. William R Schlichtemeier
Ophthalmologist
13923 Gold Cir Omaha NE, 68144About
Dr. William Schlichtemeier is an ophthalmologist practicing in Omaha, NE. Dr. Schlichtemeier specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Schlichtemeier 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. Schlichtemeier 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
Univ of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne 1973
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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