Dr. Katie Lynn Wicks O.D.
Optometrist
15 East Plz Paris TX, 75460About
Dr. Katie Wicks is an optometrist practicing in Paris, TX. Dr. Wicks specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Wicks 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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