Dr. Karen A. Heuer M.D.
Ophthalmologist
12050 PECOS ST WESTMINSTER CO, 80234Practice Philosophy
Traditional Medicine
About
Dr. Karen Heuer, as a LASIK Specialist, realizes that patients are uncertain what to expect. As an R.N., Dr. Heuer relates to patients on a personal level, to make them feel safe and comfortable throughout ...
Education and Training
Univ of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co Medicine 1990
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO- 1997
Provider Details
Awards
- Dean Maurice H. Rees Award, Outstanding Scholarship and Character 1987 University of Colorado School of Medicine
- Merck Award, Achievement In Medical Studies 1988 University of Colorado School of Medicine
Treatments
- Lasik Eye Surgery
- Lasik Eye Surgery, Custom
- Lasik
- Lasik/prk
- Prk
Professional Memberships
- Ophthalmologist American Academy of Ophthalmology 1991
Experience & Accolades
- President1994Karen A. Heuer, M.D., P.C.Ophthalmologist specializing in Laser Vision Correction
- Medical Director2013Joffe MediCenterMedical Director Specialist in Laser Vision Correction
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