Dr. Penny E. Walter OD
Optometrist
8901 Wisconsin Ave Nnmc, Optometry Clin Bethesda MD, 20889About
Dr. Penny Walter is an optometrist practicing in Bethesda, MD. Dr. Walter specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Walter 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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