Dr. Christopher M. Tortora M.D.
Ophthalmologist
606 Kilani Ave Wahiawa HI, 96786About
Dr. Christopher Tortora is an ophthalmologist practicing in Wahiawa, HI. Dr. Tortora specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Tortora 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. Tortora 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
Albany Medical College - Union University
Albert Einstein College of Medicine - Yeshiva University 1986
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Pterygium
- Macular Degeneration
- Headaches
- Glaucoma
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Uveitis
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Blepharitis
- Conjunctivitis
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