Dr. Randal J. Peterson M.D.
Ophthalmologist
1025 S 6th St Springfield IL, 62703About
Dr. Randal Peterson is an ophthalmologist practicing in Springfield, IL. Dr. Peterson specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Peterson 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. Peterson 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
Southern Il Univ Sch Of Med- Springfield Il 1986
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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