Melanie C Thompson OPTOMETRIST
Optometrist
2700 Paramount Blvd Amarillo TX, 79109About
Dr. Melanie Thompson is an optometrist practicing in Amarillo, TX. Dr. Thompson specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Thompson 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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