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John Petro Jr., MD, Ophthalmology, Hattiesburg, MS

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Ophthalmology Hattiesburg, MS

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  • Office

    102 E Hospital Dr
    Hattiesburg, MS 39402
    Phone+1 601-268-5144
    Fax+1 601-268-5149

Summary

  • Dr. John Petro Jr., MD is a board certified ophthalmologist in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. He is currently licensed to practice medicine in Mississippi. He is affiliated with Merit Health Wesley.

Education & Training

  • University of Mississippi Medical Center
    University of Mississippi Medical CenterResidency, Ophthalmology, 1983 - 1986
  • University of Mississippi School of Medicine
    University of Mississippi School of MedicineInternship, Transitional Year, 1980 - 1981
  • University of Mississippi School of Medicine
    University of Mississippi School of MedicineClass of 1980

Certifications & Licensure

  • MS State Medical License
    MS State Medical License 1980 - 2025
  • American Board of Ophthalmology Ophthalmology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Meaningful Use Stage 1 Certification Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 2012
  • Fellow (FAAO) American Academy of Ophthalmology

Professional Memberships