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Dr. Alan Rich MD

Ophthalmologist

1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd Lakeland FL, 33805

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Dr. Alan Rich is an ophthalmologist practicing in Lakeland, FL. Dr. Rich specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Rich 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. Rich 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 Nc At Chapel Hill Sch of Med, Chapel Hill Nc 1966

Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL 1966

Board Certification

OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 51 years of experience

Dr. Alan Rich MD's Practice location

Practice At 1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd

1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd -
Lakeland, FL 33805
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New patients: 863-680-7000
Fax: 863-680-7420

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