Dr. James Edward Cox M.D.
Ophthalmologist
516 E. Nizhoni Blvd. Box 1337 Gallup NM, 87301About
Dr. James Cox is an ophthalmologist practicing in Gallup, NM. Dr. Cox specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Cox 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. Cox 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
Univ of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny 1972
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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Practice At 516 E. Nizhoni Blvd. Box 1337
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