Dr. Kenneth C Lafleur M.D.
Ophthalmologist
1110 Dr Ac Terrance Blvd Suite 2 Opelousas LA, 70570About
Dr. Kenneth Lafleur is an ophthalmologist practicing in Opelousas, LA. Dr. Lafleur specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Lafleur 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. Lafleur 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
Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La 1966
Tulane University of Louisiana 1966
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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