Dr. Jarl Calmar Nielsen M.D.
Ophthalmologist
610 Sierra Rose Dr Reno NV, 89511About
Dr. Jarl Nielsen is an ophthalmologist practicing in Reno, NV. Dr. Nielsen specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Nielsen can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Nielsen can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
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OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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