Dr. James J. Castner M.D.
Ophthalmologist
4 Northwestern Dr Bloomfield CT, 06002About
Dr. James Castner is an ophthalmologist practicing in Bloomfield, CT. Dr. Castner specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Castner 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. Castner 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.
Education and Training
Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc 1970
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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