Dr. William R Atkinson O.D.
Optometrist
591 S Eastwood Dr Woodstock IL, 60098About
Dr. William Atkinson is an optometrist practicing in Woodstock, IL. Dr. Atkinson specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Atkinson 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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