Dr. Melissa Jean Gidlund O.D.
Optometrist
10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy Suite 1005b Columbia MD, 21044About
Dr. Melissa Gidlund is an optometrist practicing in Columbia, MD. Dr. Gidlund specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Gidlund 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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