Dr. Catherine Canada Betor M.D.
Ophthalmologist
335 E Parker Rd Morganton NC, 28655About
Dr. Catherine Betor is an ophthalmologist practicing in Morganton, NC. Dr. Betor specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Betor 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. Betor 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 Nc At Chapel Hill Sch of Med, Chapel Hill Nc 1993
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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