Dr. Vincent J Patalano MD
Ophthalmologist
65 Beacon St Somerville MA, 02143About
Dr. Vincent Patalano is an ophthalmologist practicing in Somerville, MA. Dr. Patalano specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Patalano 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. Patalano 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
Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma 1988
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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