Dr. Ralph Dahlstrom M.D.
Ophthalmologist
542 W 2nd Ave Anchorage AK, 99501About
Dr. Ralph Dahlstrom is an ophthalmologist practicing in Anchorage, AK. Dr. Dahlstrom specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Dahlstrom 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. Dahlstrom 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 Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny 1967
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry 1967
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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