Dr. Lucas J Wendel M.D.
Ophthalmologist
40W330 LAFOX RD ST CHARLES IL, 60175About
Dr. Lucas Wendel is an ophthalmologist practicing in Iowa City, IA. Dr. Wendel specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Wendel 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. Wendel 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
University of Iowa Medical School MD
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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- University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
- University of Iowa Hospital, Iowa City, IA
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