
Dr. George Reed Failing MD
Ophthalmologist
925 Seton Dr Cumberland MD, 21502About
Dr. George Failing is an ophthalmologist practicing in Cumberland, MD. Dr. Failing specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Failing 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. Failing 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
University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools 1973
University of Maryland School of Medicine 1973
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Treatments
- Cataracts
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Wendye C Vanbrakle M.D.625 Kent Ave Cumberland MD 21502
- Dr. Kenneth John Pompilio MD303 Washington Street Cumberland MD 21502
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