Dr. John R. Hazelton M.D.
Ophthalmologist
4055 Hwy. 17 South Murrells Inlet SC, 29576About
Dr. John Hazelton is an ophthalmologist practicing in Murrells Inlet, SC. Dr. Hazelton specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Hazelton 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. Hazelton 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
Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj 1997
Rutgers 1997
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Macular Degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Uveitis
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Blepharitis
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