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THE CENTER FOR EYE CARE
GEORGE M. THURBER, M.D.
Areas of expertise: laser cataract surgery, LASIK and refractive surgery, general ophthalmology and diseases of the eye
Number of years you’ve practiced: 23 Why do you enjoy what you do?
It is highly gratifying to help people restore their sight or improve their vision. I have the best job in the world.
Have you had an interesting or unusual case you can tell us about? Every year there are patients who come in almost completely blind, with no hope of seeing, and we are able to restore at least some vision.
1720 A Medical Park Dr., Suite 330 A, Biloxi, MS 228.396.3937
KATHRYN LATCH, D.O.
Areas of expertise: general optometry, contact lenses, routine pediatric eye care
Number of years you’ve practiced: 9 Why do you enjoy what you do? I love
making people see better with glasses
or contact lenses, especially children. A child’s sight plays an important role in his or her ability to succeed in a classroom.
What general advice do you have for South Mississippians to improve their health? Maintain a healthy lifestyle and diet. In our region it’s especially important to wear appropriate sunglasses for outdoor activities.
LOCATIONS
3420 Bienville Blvd. Ocean Springs, MS 228.875.3937
www.lasikbiloxi.com
ERIC SCHMIDT, M.D.
Areas of expertise: cornea, refractive surgery, cataracts
Number of years you’ve practiced: 3 Why do you enjoy what you do? I love
helping people attain the best vision possible. Ophthalmology is the most rewarding career.
What general advice do you have for South Mississippians to improve their health? Eat a well balanced diet.
Tell us a ‘Fun Fact’ about yourself, or something people would be surprised to know about you. I enjoy going back to New Orleans for Mardi Gras.
4505 A Hospital Street Pascagoula, MS 228.875.3937
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