Dr. Melinda Lee Hicks O.D.
Optometrist
2737 Crossroads Blvd Grand Junction CO, 81506About
Dr. Melinda Hicks is an optometrist practicing in Grand Junction, CO. Dr. Hicks specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Hicks 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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