Dr. Melanie Joan Ballard O.D.
Optometrist
855 Coshocton Ave Suite 15 Mount Vernon OH, 43050About
Dr. Melanie Ballard is an optometrist practicing in Columbus, OH. Dr. Ballard specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Ballard 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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