Dr. Leland David Peterson OD
Optometrist
1715 5th Ave Moline IL, 61265About
Dr. Leland Peterson is an optometrist practicing in Moline, IL. Dr. Peterson specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Peterson 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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