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Dr. Francis O Winjum OD

Optometrist

906 Merle Hay Mall Des Moines IA, 50310
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Dr. Francis Winjum is an optometrist practicing in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Winjum specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Winjum 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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906 Merle Hay Mall -
Des Moines, IA 50310
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