Mrs. Melissa K Downs OD
Optometrist
3630 11th Ave Nw Rochester MN, 55901About
Dr. Melissa Downs is an optometrist practicing in Rochester, MN. Dr. Downs specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Downs 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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