Dr. Sandra Chern M.D.
Ophthalmologist
7305 W Jefferson Blvd Fort Wayne IN, 46804About
Dr. Sandra Chern is an ophthalmologist practicing in Fort Wayne, IN. Dr. Chern specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Chern 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. Chern 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
Jefferson Med Coll-Thos Jefferson Univ, Philadelphia Pa 1990
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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