Dr. Amelia Rafael OD
Optometrist
3551 ROGER BROOKE DR FORT SAM HOUSTON TX, 78234About
Dr. Amelia Rafael is an optometrist practicing in FORT SAM HOUSTON, TX. Dr. Rafael specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Rafael 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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