Dr. Calvin Sims O.D.
Optometrist
4616 Highway 280 Target Optical/Heckm Birmingham AL, 35242About
Dr. Calvin Sims is an optometrist practicing in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Sims specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Sims 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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