Dr. Joel S Fischer MD
Ophthalmologist
800 W 4th St Suite 104 Williamsport PA, 17701About
Dr. Joel Fischer is an ophthalmologist practicing in Williamsport, PA. Dr. Fischer specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Fischer 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. Fischer 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
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine 1984
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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