Richard B Hetrick OD
Optometrist
1801 W 8th St Erie PA, 16505About
Dr. Richard Hetrick is an optometrist practicing in Erie, PA. Dr. Hetrick specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Hetrick 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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