Dr. John R. Nordlund M.D., PHD
Ophthalmologist
113 Bulifants Blvd Suite A Williamsburg VA, 23188About
Dr. John Nordlund is an ophthalmologist practicing in Williamsburg, VA. Dr. Nordlund specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Nordlund 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. Nordlund 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
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons 1986
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Macular Degeneration
- Glaucoma
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