Dr. Joseph Michael Hammond O.D.
Optometrist
4000 Poplar Level Rd Louisville KY, 40213About
Dr. Joseph Hammond is an optometrist practicing in Louisville, KY. Dr. Hammond specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Hammond 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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