Dr. Donald F Alvarez O.D.
Optometrist | Corneal and Contact Management
1688 Route 22 E Watchung NJ, 07069About
Dr. Donald Alvarez is an optometrist practicing in Watchung, NJ. Dr. Alvarez specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Alvarez 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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