Dr. John C Foley MD
Ophthalmologist
1690 University Avenue W #140 Saint Paul MN, 55104About
Dr. John Foley is an ophthalmologist practicing in Saint Paul, MN. Dr. Foley specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Foley 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. Foley 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
Northwestern Uniiversity 1997
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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