
Dr. Stephen M Welcker O.D.
Optometrist
3409 N Hullen St Metairie LA, 70002About
Dr. Stephen Welcker is an optometrist practicing in Metairie, LA. Dr. Welcker specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Welcker 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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