
Dr. Irene Chen OD
Optometrist
18021 15th Ave Ne Suite 100 Seattle WA, 98155About
Dr. Irene Chen is an optometrist practicing in Seattle, WA. Dr. Chen specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Chen 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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