Dr. John G Apisson MD
Ophthalmologist
6 Tinker Bluff Ct East Setauket NY, 11733About
Dr. John Apisson is an ophthalmologist practicing in East Setauket, NY. Dr. Apisson specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Apisson 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. Apisson 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
Emory University School Of Medicine 1969
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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