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Dr. Scott Sands, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 76
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Dr. Scott Sands, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Lubbock, TX.
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Dr. Scott Sands, MD

Ophthalmology* Age 76
Lubbock, TX
Accepting new patients
50 years of experience
Dr. Scott Sands, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Lubbock, TX.

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Dr. Sands graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in 1974 and completed a residency at University Tx Med Branch Hosps, Ophthalmology University Tx Med Branch Hosps, Internal Medicine.Dr. Scott Sands, MD is an Ophthalmologist in Lubbock, TX and has 50 years experience. Dr. Sands currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with University Medical Center. Dr. Sands' office accepts new patients. Dr. Sands is board certified in Ophthalmology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    3601 4th St 7217, Lubbock, TX 79430
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (806) 743-2020
  2. 2 Office
    3601 4th St 7217, Lubbock, TX 79430
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Specialties*
Ophthalmology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    1974
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
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Residency

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  • University Tx Med Branch Hosps, Ophthalmology University Tx Med Branch Hosps, Internal Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Scott Sands, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Sands' profile.

Dr. Scott Sands, MD is affiliated with University Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Scott Sands, MD holds board certification in Ophthalmology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • University Medical Center

    602 Indiana Ave, Lubbock, TX