
Dr. Peter Martin Fay MD
Ophthalmologist
174 Pleasant St Attleboro MA, 02703About
Dr. Peter Fay is an ophthalmologist practicing in Attleboro, MA. Dr. Fay specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Fay 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. Fay 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 1994
Georgetown University School of Medicine 1994
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Ophthalmology (eye Disease), Cataract Surgery With Lens Replacement
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Macular Degeneration
- Headaches
- Glaucoma
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Astigmatism
- Chalazion
- Nearsightedness
Professional Memberships
- Fellow American Academy of Ophthalmology
Dr. Peter Martin Fay MD's Practice location
Practice At 174 Pleasant St
174 Pleasant St -Attleboro, MA 02703Get Direction
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