Dr. Rodney Leigh Jacob O.D.
Optometrist
1212 S Madison St Webb City MO, 64870About
Dr. Rodney Jacob is an optometrist practicing in Webb City, MO. Dr. Jacob specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Jacob 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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