Dr. Scott P Drexler OD
Optometrist
203 Lothrop St Eei 7th Floor Pittsburgh PA, 15213About
Dr. Scott Drexler is an optometrist practicing in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Drexler specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Drexler 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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Salus University
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