Dr. Byron N Wilkes M.D.
Ophthalmologist
301 E Muhammad Ali Blvd Louisville KY, 40202About
Dr. Byron Wilkes is an ophthalmologist practicing in Louisville, KY. Dr. Wilkes specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Wilkes 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. Wilkes 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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OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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