Dr. Robert E Foster M.D.
Ophthalmologist
1945 Cei Drive Cincinnati OH, 45242About
Dr. Robert Foster is an ophthalmologist practicing in Cincinnati, OH. Dr. Foster specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Foster 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. Foster 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 Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi 1988
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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