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Dr. Terryl Lyn Aitken O.D.
Optometrist
9300 Dewitt Loop Fbch Fort Belvoir VA, 22060About
Dr. Terryl Aitken is an optometrist practicing in Fort Belvoir, VA. Dr. Aitken specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Aitken 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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