Dr. Prathima Neerukonda MD
Ophthalmologist
1327 Butterfield Rd Suite 618 Downers Grove IL, 60515About
Dr. Prathima Neerukonda is an ophthalmologist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Neerukonda specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Neerukonda 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. Neerukonda 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.
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OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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