Dr. Douglas Carl Melzer O.D.
Optometrist
13140 Ne Halsey St Portland OR, 97230About
Dr. Douglas Melzer is an optometrist practicing in Portland, OR. Dr. Melzer specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Melzer 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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