Dr. Richard J Maw M.D.
Ophthalmologist
2517 E Lake Mead Blvd North Las Vegas NV, 89030About
Dr. Richard Maw is an ophthalmologist practicing in North Las Vegas, NV. Dr. Maw specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Maw 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. Maw 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.
Education and Training
Univ Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia 1995
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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