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Dr. Lawrence Andrew Filak O.D.
Optometrist
73 E Forrest Ave Suite 150 Shrewsbury PA, 17361About
Dr. Lawrence Filak is an optometrist practicing in Shrewsbury, PA. Dr. Filak specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Filak 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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