Dr. Elizabeth Patten Hitchcock O.D.
Optometrist
3053 John Hawkins Pkwy Birmingham AL, 35244About
Dr. Elizabeth Hitchcock is an optometrist practicing in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Hitchcock specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Hitchcock 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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