Dr. Philip J Deer M.D.
Ophthalmologist
8500 W Markham St #133 Little Rock AR, 72205About
Dr. Philip Deer is an ophthalmologist practicing in Little Rock, AR. Dr. Deer specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Deer 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. Deer 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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