Dr. Steve Richard Witkin M.D.
Ophthalmologist
325a Kennedy Memorial Dr Waterville ME, 04901About
Dr. Steve Witkin is an ophthalmologist practicing in Waterville, ME. Dr. Witkin specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Witkin 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. Witkin 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
Univ of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi 1983
New Jersey College of Dentistry 1983
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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