Dr. John N. Pokas O.D.
Optometrist
50739 Valley Plaza Dr Saint Clairsville OH, 43950About
Dr. John Pokas is an optometrist practicing in Saint Clairsville, OH. Dr. Pokas specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Pokas 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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