Dr. Leo T Neu M.D.
Ophthalmologist
1265 E Primrose St Springfield MO, 65804About
Dr. Leo Neu is an ophthalmologist practicing in Springfield, MO. Dr. Neu specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Neu 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. Neu 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
University of Pennsylvania, PA 1982
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Macular Degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
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