Dr. Lewis Richard Kannwischer M.D.
Ophthalmologist
3115 Pine Ave Suite 202 Waco TX, 76708About
Dr. Lewis Kannwischer is an ophthalmologist practicing in Waco, TX. Dr. Kannwischer specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Kannwischer 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. Kannwischer 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.
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OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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