
Dr. Melvin Richard Carlson M.D.
Ophthalmologist
2501 N 45th St Seattle WA, 98103About
Dr. Melvin Carlson is an ophthalmologist practicing in Seattle, WA. Dr. Carlson specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Carlson 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. Carlson 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 Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa 1970
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Eye Problems
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