Dr. Aaron Dent D.O.
Ophthalmologist
Madigan Army Medical Ctr Tacoma WA, 98431About
Dr. Aaron Dent is an ophthalmologist practicing in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Dent specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Dent 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. Dent 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
A.T. Still University of Health Sciences Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine 2005
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Macular Degeneration
- Rosacea
- Glaucoma
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Strabismus
- Presbyopia
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Conjunctivitis
Dr. Aaron Dent D.O.'s Practice location
Practice At Madigan Army Medical Ctr
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