Dr. Quentin B. Allen, MD
Ophthalmologist
8921 N. Wood Sage Rd. Peoria IL, 61615About
Dr. Quentin Allen is an ophthalmologist practicing in Peoria, IL. Dr. Allen specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Allen 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. Allen 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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OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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