Dr. Heeral R Shah M.D.
Ophthalmologist
1703 W 30TH ST JOPLIN MO, 64804About
Dr. Heeral Shah is an ophthalmologist practicing in Saint Petersburg, FL. Dr. Shah specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Shah 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. Shah 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.
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OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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