
Dr. Irene Young Chu O.D.
Optometrist
13615 Bellaire Blvd Houston TX, 77083About
Dr. Irene Chu is an optometrist practicing in Houston, TX. Dr. Chu specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Chu 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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