NUCC taxonomy code
Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician
207WX0009X
IndividualAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Grouping
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Classification
- Ophthalmology
- Specialization
- Glaucoma Specialist
Definition
An ophthalmologist who specializes in the treatment of glaucoma and other disorders related to increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage. This specialty involves the medical and surgical treatment of these conditions.
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