Dr. David Richards MD
Ophthalmologist
12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd Tampa FL, 33612About
Dr. David Richards is an ophthalmologist practicing in Tampa, FL. Dr. Richards specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Richards 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. Richards 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 Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl 1976
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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