Dr. Edward Paul Andersen MD
Ophthalmologist
283 Pond St Woonsocket RI, 02895About
Dr. Edward Andersen is an ophthalmologist practicing in Woonsocket, RI. Dr. Andersen specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Andersen 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. Andersen 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
Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1964
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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