Dr. Charles W. Tyhurst OD
Optometrist
1614 East Main St. Lebanon VA, 24266About
Dr. Charles Tyhurst is an optometrist practicing in Lebanon, VA. Dr. Tyhurst specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Tyhurst 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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