Dr. Joseph Edwin Harkins O.D.
Optometrist
Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center 2480 Llewellyn Ave Fort George G Meade MD, 20755About
Dr. Joseph Harkins is an optometrist practicing in Fort George G Meade, MD. Dr. Harkins specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Harkins 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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