
Dr. Jeffrey S Rapkin MD
Ophthalmologist
115 Garwood Rd Richmond IN, 47374About
Dr. Jeffrey Rapkin is an ophthalmologist practicing in Richmond, IN. Dr. Rapkin specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Rapkin 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. Rapkin 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
Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi 1982
Med College Of Wisconsin 1982
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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