Dr. Gregory Allen Richard MD
Ophthalmologist
444 NW ELKS DR CORVALLIS OR, 97330About
Dr. Gregory Richard is an ophthalmologist practicing in Lake Charles, LA. Dr. Richard specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Richard 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. Richard 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
Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine 2011
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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