Dr. Nima J. Tirgan M.D.
Ophthalmologist
700 University Blvd Utmb Dept Of Ophthal Galveston TX, 77550About
Dr. Nima Tirgan is an ophthalmologist practicing in Galveston, TX. Dr. Tirgan specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Tirgan 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. Tirgan 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.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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