Dr. Melvin M. Gehrig O.D.
Optometrist
1717 Oak Park Blvd Suite 1 Lake Charles LA, 70601About
Dr. Melvin Gehrig is an optometrist practicing in Lake Charles, LA. Dr. Gehrig specializing in providing eye care services to patients. As an optometrist, Dr. Gehrig 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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