
Dr. James T Patten MD,FACS
Ophthalmologist
825 Washington St Guild Medical Bldg, Norwood MA, 02062About
Dr. James Patten is an ophthalmologist practicing in Norwood, MA. Dr. Patten specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Patten 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. Patten 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
Saint Louis University School of Medicine 1974
Medical College of Wisconsin 1970
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Macular Degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Shingles
- Retinal Detachment
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Blepharitis
- Chalazion
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Conjunctivitis
Dr. James T Patten MD,FACS's Practice location
Practice At 825 Washington St Guild Medical Bldg, Suite 230
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Nearest Hospitals
NORWOOD HOSPITALl
800 WASHINGTON STREET NORWOOD MA 2062