Dr. William W. Richardson M.D.
Ophthalmologist
103 S Bradford Ln Georgetown KY, 40324About
Dr. William Richardson is an ophthalmologist practicing in Georgetown, KY. Dr. Richardson specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Richardson 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. Richardson 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
Ohio State University College of Medicine 2000
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Glaucoma
- Astigmatism
- Conjunctivitis
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