Dr. Hugh C Gaskin M.D.
Ophthalmologist
602 E Cheves St Florence SC, 29506About
Dr. Hugh Gaskin is an ophthalmologist practicing in Florence, SC. Dr. Gaskin specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Gaskin 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. Gaskin 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.
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OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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