Dr. Melissa Kay Helfrich O.D.
Optometrist
5915 N Illinois St Fairview Heights IL, 62208About
Dr. Melissa Helfrich is an optometrist practicing in Fairview Heights, IL. Dr. Helfrich specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Helfrich 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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