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Derek Mai M.D.

Ophthalmologist

243 CHARLES ST BOSTON MA, 02114
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Dr. Derek Mai is an ophthalmologist practicing in BOSTON, MA. Dr. Mai specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Mai 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. Mai 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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Derek Mai M.D.'s Practice location

243 CHARLES ST -
BOSTON, MA 02114
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New patients: 617-573-3689

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