Dr. James Woodrow Harris M.D.
Ophthalmologist
2424 Century Pl Se Hickory NC, 28602About
Dr. James Harris is an ophthalmologist practicing in Hickory, NC. Dr. Harris specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Harris 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. Harris 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
Ohio State University College of Medicine 1990
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Glaucoma
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Presbyopia
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