Dr. Samuel Balana Luague M.D.
Ophthalmologist
401 N Jefferson St Galax VA, 24333About
Dr. Samuel Luague is an ophthalmologist practicing in Galax, VA. Dr. Luague specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Luague 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. Luague 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
University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine 1964
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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