Dr. Robert Lee Yockey M.D.
Ophthalmologist
7700 E Indian School Rd Suite 2 Scottsdale AZ, 85251About
Dr. Robert Yockey is an ophthalmologist practicing in Scottsdale, AZ. Dr. Yockey specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Yockey 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. Yockey 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 Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa 1954
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine 1954
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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