Dr. Douglas J Kappelmann MD
Ophthalmologist
3605 Executive Dr San Angelo TX, 76904About
Dr. Douglas Kappelmann is an ophthalmologist practicing in San Angelo, TX. Dr. Kappelmann specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Kappelmann 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. Kappelmann 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 Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi 1978
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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