Dr. Gary W Upchurch OD
Optometrist
127 Foothills Ave Suite 3 Albany KY, 42602About
Dr. Gary Upchurch is an optometrist practicing in Albany, KY. Dr. Upchurch specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Upchurch 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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