Dr. Joseph I Markoff MD PHD
Ophthalmologist
1703 S Broad St Philadelphia PA, 19148About
Dr. Joseph Markoff is an ophthalmologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Markoff specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Markoff 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. Markoff 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 Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1974
University of Minnesota Medical School 1974
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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