Dr. Russell Kuempel M.D.
Ophthalmologist
501 Midwestern Pkwy E Wichita Falls TX, 76302About
Dr. Russell Kuempel is an ophthalmologist practicing in Wichita Falls, TX. Dr. Kuempel specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Kuempel 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. Kuempel 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 Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx 1980
Texas A&M University, TX 1980
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Macular Degeneration
- Headaches
- Glaucoma
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Macular Hole
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Birthmark
- Conjunctivitis
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