Dr. Francis Edward Smith OD
Optometrist
401 East Cherokee St Mcalester OK, 74501About
Dr. Francis Smith is an optometrist practicing in Mcalester, OK. Dr. Smith specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Smith 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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