Dr. Allyson Mertins OD
Optometrist
1188 N Salem Rd Suite 12 Fayetteville AR, 72704About
Dr. Allyson Mertins is an optometrist practicing in Fayetteville, AR. Dr. Mertins specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Mertins 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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