
Dr. Edward Francis Mccarthy jr. MD
Ophthalmologist
669 MAIN ST WAKEFIELD MA, 01880About
Dr. Edward Mccarthy jr. is an ophthalmologist practicing in San Diego, CA. Dr. Mccarthy jr. specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Mccarthy jr. 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. Mccarthy jr. 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.
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Practice At 4647 Zion Ave
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