Dr. Emily Schwengel O.D.
Optometrist
821 S Washington St Du Quoin IL, 62832About
Dr. Emily Schwengel is an optometrist practicing in Du Quoin, IL. Dr. Schwengel specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Schwengel 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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