Dr. Jimmy M Carter MD
Ophthalmologist
287 Healthwest Dr Dothan AL, 36305About
Dr. Jimmy Carter is an ophthalmologist practicing in Dothan, AL. Dr. Carter specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Carter 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. Carter 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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OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
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