Dr. Mark C Rafferty OD
Optometrist
2240 Gateway Dr Sycamore IL, 60178About
Dr. Mark Rafferty is an optometrist practicing in Sycamore, IL. Dr. Rafferty specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Rafferty 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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