Shefali Patel OD
Optometrist
130 AMITY RD NEW HAVEN CT, 06515About
Dr. Shefali Patel is an optometrist practicing in NEW HAVEN, CT. Dr. Patel specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Patel 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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