Dr. R Derek Slinker OD
Optometrist
1229 E Seminole St 1st Floor Springfield MO, 65804About
Dr. R Slinker is an optometrist practicing in Springfield, MO. Dr. Slinker specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Slinker 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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