Dr. Thomas R Stevens MD
Ophthalmologist
655 Medical Center Dr Ne Salem OR, 97301About
Dr. Thomas Stevens is an ophthalmologist practicing in Salem, OR. Dr. Stevens specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Stevens 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. Stevens 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 Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi 1965
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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