Dr. Mercedes M Garcia O.D.
Optometrist
108 CALLE ATOCHA PONCE PR, 00730About
Dr. Mercedes Garcia is an optometrist practicing in PONCE, PR. Dr. Garcia specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Garcia 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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