Dr. Brian R Crichlow M.D.
Ophthalmologist
204 Becker Dr Roanoke Rapids NC, 27870About
Dr. Brian Crichlow is an ophthalmologist practicing in Roanoke Rapids, NC. Dr. Crichlow specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Crichlow 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. Crichlow 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
Duke University School of Medicine 1999
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Macular Degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Uveitis
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chalazion
- Conjunctivitis
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