Eye Care Specialists
What is an ophthalmologist?
An ophthalmologist is either a medical doctor (M.D.) or an osteopathic
physician (D.O.) who specializes in comprehensive eye care and provides
examinations, diagnosis, and treatment for a variety of eye disorders.
Ophthalmologists are skilled in all facets of eye care, from prescribing
eyeglasses or contact lenses to performing intricate eye surgery. Many
also choose to specialize in one particular disease or portion of the eye
(i.e., pediatric ophthalmologist or glaucoma specialist).
What is an optometrist?
An optometrist is a doctor of optometry (O.D.), but not a medical doctor.
Optometrists can examine, diagnose, and manage many visual problems and
eye diseases, and are specially trained to test vision in order to
prescribe eyeglasses or contact lenses. However, they do not perform eye
surgeries.
What is an optician?
An optician is a technician who fits, adjusts, and fills the prescriptions
for eyeglasses and contact lenses.
What is an ocularist?
An ocularist is a technician who makes ophthalmic prostheses, such as
glass or artificial eyes.
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