
Dr. Brian E Schmidt MD
Ophthalmologist
712 South Cascade Street Fergus Falls MN, 56537About
Dr. Brian Schmidt is an ophthalmologist practicing in Fergus Falls, MN. Dr. Schmidt specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Schmidt 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. Schmidt 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
Univ of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1982
University of Minnesota Medical School 1982
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Glaucoma
- Nearsightedness
Dr. Brian E Schmidt MD's Practice location
Practice At 712 South Cascade Street
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