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Dr. David Walter Tam O.D.
Optometrist
13741 San Pablo Ave San Pablo CA, 94806About
Dr. David Tam is an optometrist practicing in San Pablo, CA. Dr. Tam specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Tam performs eye exams, tests vision, corrects vision by prescribing eye glasses or contacts, detects certain eye disorders and manages and treats vision problems. Optometrists often work closely with ophthalmologists who may need to further treat patients with surgical procedures.
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