Carolyn Van
Optometrist
5725 Johnston St. Box 2307 Acadiana Mall Lafayette LA, 70503About
Dr. Carolyn Van is an optometrist practicing in Lafayette, LA. Dr. Van specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Van 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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