Dr. Gerald James Guidry M.D.
Ophthalmologist
1420 Peterman Dr Alexandria LA, 71301About
Dr. Gerald Guidry is an ophthalmologist practicing in Alexandria, LA. Dr. Guidry specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Guidry 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. Guidry 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
La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La 1989
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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