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Dr. Peter James Thayer O.D.

Optometrist

5201 Se 14th St Des Moines IA, 50320
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Dr. Peter Thayer is an optometrist practicing in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Thayer specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Thayer 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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5201 Se 14th St -
Des Moines, IA 50320
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2135 SE DELAWARE AVE -
ANKENY, IA 50021
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New patients: 515-964-0444
Fax: 515-964-7070

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