Dr. Monique P Root O.D.
Optometrist
5901 Westown Pkwy Suite 200 West Des Moines IA, 50266About
Dr. Monique Root is an optometrist practicing in West Des Moines, IA. Dr. Root specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Root 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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