Dr. Joel M Knight M.D.
Ophthalmologist
1720a Medical Park Dr Suite 330 Biloxi MS, 39532About
Dr. Joel Knight is an ophthalmologist practicing in Biloxi, MS. Dr. Knight specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Knight 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. Knight 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 Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms 1981
University of Mississippi School of Medicine 1981
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Ophthalmology (eye Disease), Vitreoretinal Surgery
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Macular Degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Retinal Detachment
- Uveitis
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Conjunctivitis
Professional Memberships
- Staff On staff at Biloxi Regional and Cedar Lake Surgery Center.
- Fellow American Academy of Ophthalmology
Fellowships
- Northwestern Univ MC, Retina/Vitreous Surgery 1985
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