Dr. Lucy Yarbrough Desportes MD
Ophthalmologist
6035 Fairview Rd Charlotte NC, 28210About
Dr. Lucy Desportes is an ophthalmologist practicing in Charlotte, NC. Dr. Desportes specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Desportes 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. Desportes 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.
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Professional Memberships
- Fellow American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Member American Academy of Ophthalmology
- Member American Medical Association
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