Dr. Mary E Defrancisco M.D.
Ophthalmologist
2818 Cottman Ave Philadelphia PA, 19149About
Dr. Mary Defrancisco is an ophthalmologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Defrancisco specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Defrancisco 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. Defrancisco 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.
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