Dr. Richard A. Levacy M.D.
Ophthalmologist
3345 Plaza 10 Dr Suite B Beaumont TX, 77707About
Dr. Richard Levacy is an ophthalmologist practicing in Beaumont, TX. Dr. Levacy specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Levacy 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. Levacy 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
Univ of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx 1972
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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