Rachel Kim
Optometrist
9040 JACKSON AVE TACOMA WA, 98431About
Dr. Rachel Kim is an optometrist practicing in TACOMA, WA. Dr. Kim specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Kim 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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