Dr. Edward H. Sweet MD
Ophthalmologist
320 Lennon Ln Walnut Creek CA, 94598About
Dr. Edward Sweet is an ophthalmologist practicing in Walnut Creek, CA. Dr. Sweet specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Sweet 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. Sweet 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 Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca 1988
University of California 1988
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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- Glaucoma
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