Dr. Thom S Thomassen MD
Ophthalmologist
3524 E Milwaukee St Janesville WI, 53546About
Dr. Thom Thomassen is an ophthalmologist practicing in Janesville, WI. Dr. Thomassen specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Thomassen 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. Thomassen 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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