Dr. Alison L Risko OD
Optometrist
475 W Merrick Rd Valley Stream NY, 11580About
Dr. Alison Risko is an optometrist practicing in Valley Stream, NY. Dr. Risko specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Risko 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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