Dr. Edward A. Curran MD
Ophthalmologist
5 Kennedy Dr Putnam CT, 06260About
Dr. Edward Curran is an ophthalmologist practicing in Putnam, CT. Dr. Curran specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Curran 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. Curran 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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