Dr. Michael Chappell, MD
Ophthalmologist
325 9th Ave # 359607 Seattle WA, 98104About
Dr. Michael Chappell is an ophthalmologist practicing in Seattle, WA. Dr. Chappell specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Chappell 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. Chappell 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.
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OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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