Dr. Christin Lorraine Sylvester DO
Ophthalmologist
Erie Ave At Front St Philadelphia PA, 19134About
Dr. Christin Sylvester is an ophthalmologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Sylvester specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Sylvester 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. Sylvester 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
Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine--Erie MD
Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Med 2001
Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Med Medicine
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineProfessional Memberships
- Member American Academy of Ophthalmology,
Fellowships
- Children's National Medical Center, Pediatric Ophth 2005
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