Dr. Leon Maynard Shechtman OD
Optometrist
1950 Ne 163rd St Miami FL, 33162About
Dr. Leon Shechtman is an optometrist practicing in Miami, FL. Dr. Shechtman specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Shechtman 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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