Dr. Shane Williamson M.D.
Ophthalmologist
2835 N McCarran Blvd Sparks NV, 89431About
Dr. Shane Williamson is an ophthalmologist practicing in Sparks, NV. Dr. Williamson specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Williamson 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. Williamson 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 Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl 1987
University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine 1987
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
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