Dr. David J Shippee OD
Optometrist
178 Central St Millinocket ME, 04462About
Dr. David Shippee is an optometrist practicing in Millinocket, ME. Dr. Shippee specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Shippee 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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