Dr. Lynne B Kaplinsky MD
Ophthalmologist
1100 Commercial St Rockport ME, 04856Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Lynne Kaplinsky is an ophthalmologist practicing in Rockport, ME. Dr. Kaplinsky specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Kaplinsky 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. Kaplinsky 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
Albany Medical College - Union University 1992
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Glaucoma
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Nearest Hospitals
PENOBSCOT BAY MEDICAL CENTERl
6 GLEN COVE DRIVE ROCKPORT ME 4856ST ANDREWS HOSPITALl
35 MILES STREET DAMARISCOTTA ME 4543