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Steven M Rakes

Optometrist

2001 Blaisdell Ave Park Nicollet Clinic Minneapolis MN, 55404

About

Dr. Steven Rakes is an optometrist practicing in Minneapolis, MN. Dr. Rakes specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Rakes 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.

Education and Training

University of Nebraska, Omaha, NB Medicine

Board Certification

OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO- 1988

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 35 years of experience

Awards

  •  2012 Mpls.St.Paul Super Doctors 

Treatments

  • Cataract Surgery, Refractive Surgery

Fellowships

  • Wright State University, Oculoplastic Fellowship    1986

Steven M Rakes's Practice location

Steven Rakes

2001 Blaisdell Ave Park Nicollet Clinic -
Minneapolis, MN 55404
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New patients: 952-993-8000
Fax: 952-993-8039

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