Dr. Alice E Unger O.D.
Optometrist
534 Edwardsville Rd Troy IL, 62294About
Dr. Alice Unger is an optometrist practicing in Troy, IL. Dr. Unger specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Unger 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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