Dr. Phillip Oliver Schmitz OD
Optometrist
1796 A Merritt Blvd Dundalk MD, 21222About
Dr. Phillip Schmitz is an optometrist practicing in Dundalk, MD. Dr. Schmitz specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Schmitz 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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