Dr. George G Lowell MD
Ophthalmologist
2610 S 1h35 Austin TX, 78704About
Dr. George Lowell is an ophthalmologist practicing in Austin, TX. Dr. Lowell specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Lowell 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. Lowell 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 1966
University of Mn Med Sch 1966
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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