
Dr. Richard J. Schwartz O.D.
Optometrist
435 Rowley Rd Depew NY, 14043About
Dr. Richard Schwartz is an optometrist practicing in Depew, NY. Dr. Schwartz specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Schwartz 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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