Dr. George J. Witteman M.D.
Ophthalmologist
614 1st St Wausau WI, 54403About
Dr. George Witteman is an ophthalmologist practicing in Wausau, WI. Dr. Witteman specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Witteman 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. Witteman 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 Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1971
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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