
Dr. Robert Brian Goffstein MD
Ophthalmologist
403 North 7th Ave Iowa City IA, 52245About
Dr. Robert Goffstein is an ophthalmologist practicing in Iowa City, IA. Dr. Goffstein specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Goffstein 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. Goffstein 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 Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1973
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Caroline Wilson M.D.2963 Northgate Dr Iowa City IA 52245
- Dr. John Frederic Stamler M.D., PHD.2629 Northgate Dr Iowa City IA 52245
- Dr. Lyse Stuart Strnad M.D.2629 Northgate Dr Iowa City IA 52245
- Dr. Benjamin Janson M.D.2629 NORTHGATE DR IOWA CITY IA 52245
- Dr. Stephen Henry Wolken M.D.540 E Jefferson St Iowa City IA 52245
- Dr. Chris E Watts M.D.2629 NORTHGATE DR IOWA CITY IA 52245
Nearest Hospitals
MERCY MEDICAL CENTER - CEDAR RAPIDSl
701 10TH STREET SE CEDAR RAPIDS IA 52403