Dr. Shawn M Kurtz OD PLLC
Optometrist
208 S 72nd Ave Suite 100 Yakima WA, 98908About
Dr. Shawn Kurtz is an optometrist practicing in Yakima, WA. Dr. Kurtz specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Kurtz performs eye exams, tests vision, corrects vision by prescribing eye glasses or contacts, detects certain eye disorders and manages and treats vision problems. Optometrists often work closely with ophthalmologists who may need to further treat patients with surgical procedures.
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