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Dr. Stephen Andrew Kirshen O.D.
Optometrist
2365 Hempstead Tpke Pearle Vision East Meadow NY, 11554About
Dr. Stephen Kirshen is an optometrist practicing in East Meadow, NY. Dr. Kirshen specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Kirshen 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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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Stephanie Berger Sheffler O.D.2440 Hempstead Tpke East Meadow NY 11554
- Dr. Eric Romeo Verruto O.D.580 E Meadow Ave East Meadow NY 11554
- Dr. Paula I Handell OD2222 Hempstead Tpke East Meadow NY 11554
- Steven M Schoenbart OD2222 Hempstead Tpke East Meadow NY 11554
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