Dr. Richard Henry Mackowsky O.D.
Optometrist
5450 New Hope Commons Dr Durham NC, 27707About
Dr. Richard Mackowsky is an optometrist practicing in Durham, NC. Dr. Mackowsky specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Mackowsky 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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