Dr. Abram D Tipton MD
Ophthalmologist
1990 Industrial Blvd Houma LA, 70363About
Dr. Abram Tipton is an ophthalmologist practicing in Houma, LA. Dr. Tipton specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Tipton 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. Tipton 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
Tulane University School of Medicine 1992
Angeles University Foundation School of Medicine
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Glaucoma
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Hives
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