Dr. Joseph R Glennon O.D.
Optometrist
1212 Kempton St New Bedford MA, 02740About
Dr. Joseph Glennon is an optometrist practicing in New Bedford, MA. Dr. Glennon specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Glennon 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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