Mr. George Michael Atkinson MD
Ophthalmologist
102 E Hospital Dr Hattiesburg MS, 39402About
Dr. George Atkinson is an ophthalmologist practicing in Hattiesburg, MS. Dr. Atkinson specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Atkinson 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. Atkinson 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.
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OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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