Dr. Bruce R. Merl MD
Ophthalmologist
200 Muir Rd Martinez CA, 94553About
Dr. Bruce Merl is an ophthalmologist practicing in Martinez, CA. Dr. Merl specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Merl 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. Merl 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 Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1973
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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