Dr. Charita Smith OD
Optometrist
1401 E 87th St Chicago IL, 60619About
Dr. Charita Smith is an optometrist practicing in Chicago, IL. Dr. Smith specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Smith 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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