Dr. Leon C Peterson O.D.
Optometrist
310 W Idaho St Blackfoot ID, 83221About
Dr. Leon Peterson is an optometrist practicing in Blackfoot, ID. Dr. Peterson specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Peterson 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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