Dr. Michael G Tedford M.D.
Ophthalmologist
425 Robinson Ave Newburgh NY, 12550About
Dr. Michael Tedford is an ophthalmologist practicing in Newburgh, NY. Dr. Tedford specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Tedford 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. Tedford 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
New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny 1994
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Can an ophthalmologist perform cataract surgery?
An ophthalmologist is the only type of specialist to perform cataract surgery as a medical doctor and surgeon specially trained in cataract and other ocular surgeries and treatments. An ophthalmologist will do a complete assessment of both eyes, explain the status, and help you understand the needed procedure. It is truly a wonderful specialty to restore vision. READ MORE
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