Dr. Carlos W Vazquez MD
Ophthalmologist
1240 Lomaland Dr El Paso TX, 79907About
Dr. Carlos Vazquez is an ophthalmologist practicing in El Paso, TX. Dr. Vazquez specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Vazquez 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. Vazquez 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
Univ Of Pr Sch Of Med- San Juan Pr 1992
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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