a health care professional that examines the internal and external structure of the eyes to diagnose eye diseases, systemic diseases, and vision conditions. Optometrists complete pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry. Some optometrists complete a residency.
Although not a doctor of medicine, an optometrist is specifically trained to diagnose eye abnormalities and prescribe, supply and adjust spectacles and contact lenses.
doctors of optometry (O.D.) who specialize in the examination of the eyes and the visual system as well as the diagnosis and treatment of certain ocular diseases, injuries, and other health problems. An optometrist can prescribe many ophthalmic medications, but cannot perform surgery. They may, however, participate in pre-operative and post-operative care relating to eye surgery. Optometrists must complete four years of post-graduate optometry school.
A person professionally trained to test the eyes and to detect and treat eye problems, as well as some diseases, by prescribing and adapting corrective lenses.
A primary health care professional that can diagnose, manage and treat conditions and diseases of the human eye and visual system, as required by state law.
A key member of the rehab team uniquely qualified to diagnose and treat visual disorders resulting from brain injury or defect.
a licensed health professional (not a physician) who specializes in examinations of the eye and prescribes eyeglasses and contacts for correction.
Examines eyes and prescribes corrective lenses.
Licensed, nonmedical eye practitioner who treats vision problems nonmedically through use of glasses, prisms, and eye exercises. In some states, he/she may also diagnose and treat some eye conditions with medications.
an independent, primary health care provider who is skilled in the co-management of eye health and vision care, to include examination, diagnosis, treatment, management of diseases and disorders, prescription of eyeglasses and contact lenses, and provision of low vision aids and vision therapy. An O.D. degree is required.
a professional also known as an ophthalmic optician. Ophthalmic opticians are qualified to carry out the full range of eye examinations, including the annual examination of the retinas recommended for people with diabetes. Dispensing opticians supply glasses and contact lenses according to prescriptions but do not carry out eye tests. A high street optician will generally have both an ophthalmic optician and a dispensing optician on hand.
Person qualified to examine the eyes and prescribe and supply spectacles and contact lenses
A doctor of optometry who examines eyes for both health and vision problems, and can prescribe lenses or vision therapy to restore and maintain good vision.
A provider trained in the prescription of eyeglasses and contact lenses as well as in the detection of eye disease.
is a primary eye care provider who diagnoses and manages disorders of the visual system and eye disease.
A doctor of optometry specializes in testing visual acuity and prescribing corrective lenses.
A doctor of optometry providing all ophthalmic services except surgery. In most states they are licensed to treat ocular diseases.
a person skilled in testing for defects of vision in order to prescribe corrective glasses
a clinician, who corrects the refractory errors of the human eye, fits contact lenses, and detects ocular related systemic and neurological diseases
a doctor (Doctor of Optometry) who measures eyes/vision and writes prescriptions for corrective lenses and stuff
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a doctor of optometry, licensed to practice optometry
a doctor of science who is specifically dedicated to the visual as well as physical health of your eyes
a doctor that has spent four years beyond an undergraduate program in a professional graduate program studying subjects such as the anatomy and physiology of the eyes, how the eyes function, as well as the diagnosis and medical treatment of eye disease
a doctor who diagnoses and treats eye health and vision problems
a doctor who has completed a graduate program of optometry following college
a health service provider who is involved exclusively with vision problems
a licensed doctor trained to diagnose and treat vision disorders
a licensed professional who specializes in eye exams and in figuring out the right prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses
an eye doctor (OD) who observes and examines the eye(s) in patients
an independent primary health care provider who examines, diagnoses, treats, and manages diseases and disorders of the visual system, the eye and associated structures
an independent primary health care provider who has been trained to conduct examinations for glaucoma, to diagnose diseases of the eye and write prescriptions
a primary health care practitioner trained to diagnose signs of ocular, neurological and systemic health problems, and treat vision disorders
a primary health care professional who is institutionally educated and clinically trained in the art and science of optometry
a specialist in examining and measuring the refractive power of the eyes
a specialist in optical lenses for the eye, not in the eye itself
a specialist of the visual system and will examine, diagnose, treat, manage, and help prevent diseases and disorders affecting the eye, but does not perform surgical procedures
a state-licensed health care professional who performs eye examinations and may diagnose and treat eye problems
An optometric doctor who provides primary eye care; diagnoses, treats and manages eye diseases and disorders; determines the ability to focus and coordinate the eyes, to judge depth and to see color accurately.
Also known as an 'Ophthalmic Optician'. Prescribes glasses and checks eye health.
A physician who treats refractive errors and eye diseases.
Optometrists are medical doctors with an OD degree that complete four years of post-graduate school. Optometrists perform eye exams, prescribe eyeglasses and fit contact lenses.
Doctors of optometry (O.D.s) complete four years of post-graduate optometry school. Optometrists examine eyes for both vision and health problems, prescribe glasses, and fit contact lenses. They can prescribe many ophthalmic medications and often participate in pre- and post-operative care.
Eye doctor who has completed optometry school, called an O.D. Licensed to examine eyes for defects of vision and disease and to prescribe for corrective lenses or therapy.
A person qualified to recognise visual health problems and prescribe spectacles, contact lenses and dispense low visual aids. Some practitioners also offer Vision Therapy.
person trained to correct vision disturbances related to refractive errors
A professional trained to test, detect, and treat eye problems by prescribing and adapting corrective lenses and other optical aids.
Doctor of optometry (OD) specializing in vision problems, treating vision conditions with spectacles, contact lenses, low vision aids and vision therapy, and prescribing medications for certain eye diseases.
An optometrist is a doctor of optometry (OD). Optometrists attend four years of pre-health profession college, and then attend four years of optometry college. After optometry school, some optometrists attend a residency program which can specializes in contact lens, ocular disease, or other areas. Optometrists provide primary eyecare services such as: 1) comprehensive eye and vision evaluations; 2) contact lens evaluations, 3) low vision rehabilitation; 4) diagnosis, treatment and management of eye diseases and vision disorders; 5) binocular vision analysis; 6) vision therapy; 7) medical health anomaly detection; 8) certain surgical procedures; 9) patient consultation regarding visual needs and surgical alternatives; and 10) spectacles and contact lenses prescriptions. For more information, click here.
A specialist who examines the eye for defects or faults of refraction to measure visual acuity, and who can prescribe correctional lenses or exercises, but not drugs or surgery. (See "Ophthalmologist" and "Optician" for related information.)
A professional who examines the eyes and related structures for visual problems and disorders, prescribes glasses, lenses and other optical aids.
Doctor of Optometry, OD, who among other things, does refractions and writes prescriptions for corrective lenses.
Specialist in the examination, diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases and disorders of the visual system, the eye and associated structures, as well as the diagnosis of related systemic conditions.
A doctor who examines, diagnoses, treats and manages eye diseases and disorders. These doctors also prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses and medicines to treat eye conditions.
A Doctor of Optometry is an eye doctor who has graduated from college and then graduated from a four -year school of optometry. An optometrist can examine eyes and prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and eye medications. Optometrists remove foreign bodies from the eyes, but generally do not perform surgery.
A person who performs primary eye care and may prescribe glasses.
A doctor of optometry ( OD) who is licensed to examine eyes for the prescription and fitting of corrective lenses (glasses and contact lenses). An optometrist also specializes in the exam, diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases and disorders of the visual system, the eye and associated structures, as well as diagnosis of related systemic conditions. Go to Top
Independent primary health care providers who examine, diagnose, treat and manage diseases and disorders of the visual system, the eye and associated structures as well as diagnose related systemic conditions.
performs exams, diagnoses and treats disease. In some areas they prescribe, fit and dispense eyeglasses and Contact Lenses
A doctor who examines vision in order to provide corrective glasses and contact lenses.
An eye care specialist who specializes in the examination, diagnosis, treatment, management and prevention of diseases and disorders of the eye and associated structures.
An Optometrist is usually based at a hospital or opticians and specialise in measuring eye sight and prescribing glasses
A doctor of optometry is a non-medical primary eye health care provider who specializes in the examination, diagnosis, treatment, management, and prevention of diseases and disorders of the visual system. Optometrists today most often complete a bachelor of science degree (with very specific requirements) followed by an optometry degree program that requires four to eight years to complete.
a doctor of optometry (OD) who has completed four years of postgraduate education. Optometrists can examine eyes for vision and health problems, and diagnose, treat, and manage many of these diseases and disorders. They can prescribe and fit eyeglasses, contact lenses, and many opthalmic medications.
A primary care provider who prescribes glasses and contact lenses, and diagnoses and treats certain conditions and diseases of the eye.
A health care professional, trained to treat eyes, prescribe corrective lenses, and other optical aids.
Doctor of Optometry (OD) specializing in treating vision problems with eyeglasses and contact lenses.
doctor of optometry concerned with examination, diagnosis, and treatment of the eyes and related structures and with determination and correction of vision problems using lenses and other resources, such as low vision aids and visual therapy
A person qualified by graduation from an accredited school of optometry and licenses to provide independent primary eye care in the United States, District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands.
A primary health care provider who specializes in the examination, diagnosis, treatment and management of diseases and disorders of the visual system, the eye and associated structures.
(or doctor of optometry) is an independent primary health care provider who specializes in the examination, diagnosis, treatment, management and prevention of diseases and disorders of the visual system, the eye and assiciated structures as well as the diagnosis of related systemic conditions. Optometrists today most often complete a Bachelor of Science degree (with very specific requirements) followed by the four year Optometry degree program (6-8 years). Patient contact begins in the second professional year with the final year being a full 12 month internship.
A physician who specializes in examining, diagnosing, measuring and treating certain near vision defects through the use of corrective lenses. In 40 of the 50 states, optometrists may also treat eye diseases, which don't require surgery.
Doctors of optometry (O.D.s) examine eyes for both vision and health problems, prescribe glasses, and fit contact lenses. They can prescribe many ophthalmic medications and may participate in your pre- and post-operative care if you have eye surgery. O.D.s must complete four years of post-graduate optometry school for their doctorate.
A medical specialist trained to examine, diagnose, treat, and manage some diseases and disorders of the eye. Like ophthalmologists, optometrists are trained to examine the internal and external structure of the eyes to detect diseases such as glaucoma, retinal diseases, and cataracts. Optometrists do not perform surgery and are not trained to care for and manage all diseases and disorders of the eyes. The optometrist is trained to diagnose and treat vision conditions like nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia.
A Doctor of Optometry (OD) is an eye care specialist who has graduated from college and then completed four years of specialized study in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the eye and visual system. An optometrist can conduct eye exams, prescribe medications, glasses, and contact lenses, treat non-surgical eye disease, and participate in both preoperative and postoperative surgical care.
a person trained to examine eyes, detect eye disease, prescribe eyeglasses and fit contact lenses.
State-licensed health care professional who diagnoses and treats eye health and vision problems. An OD can prescribe glasses, contact lenses, engage in low vision rehabilitation and vision therapy, has the authority to prescribe ophthalmic medications and perform certain surgical procedures. (Ref: Contact Lens Council)
A health care service provider who is specifically educated and trained to examine the eyes, and determine visual acuity as well as other vision problems and ocular abnormalities. An optometrist prescribes lenses to improve visual acuity.
A person who can examine eyes, make diagnoses, treat and follow-up disorders and diseases of the visual system, the eye and its associated structures. ( optometriste, n.m)
Medical professional specializing in the eye with the exception of performing surgery
a primary level eye care provider who performs eye examinations and prescribes eye wear
Doctors of optometry are licensed, independent healthcare providers who examine, diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the visual system, eyes and associated structures. Optometrists do not perform surgery.
Optometrists are state-licensed health care professionals who diagnose and treat eye health and vision problems. They prescribe glasses, contact lenses, low-vision rehabilitation, vision therapy and medications, as well as perform certain surgical procedures. They hold the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree.
An optometrist diagnoses and treats eye health and vision problems. An OD can prescribe glasses and contact lenses, and engage in low vision rehabilitation and vision therapy. An OD also can prescribe ophthalmic medications and perform certain surgical procedures.
An eye care specialist who specializes in the measurement of prescription disorders of the eye and the fitting and dispensing of contact lenses.
Practitioner who is qualified to examine eyes, to recognise any ocular abnormality and refer for medical treatment if necessary, to test vision and prescribe spectacles or contact lenses. Also trained to measure and fit spectacles.
Licensed vision care provider. Doctor of optometry.
a primary eye care provider who diagnoses, manages, and treats disorders of the visual system and eye diseases.
One who examines the eye to detect and correct physiologic-optical defects including those of refraction and/or ocular muscle function.
Doctors of Optometry (O.D.) are primary health care providers who examine, diagnose, treat and manage diseases and disorders of the eye and associated structures. In accordance with state law, optometrists prescribe, fit and dispense ocular medications, glasses and contact lenses. An optometrist cannot perform surgery but often works with an ophthalmologist on pre-and post-surgical care.
A Professional who performs eye examinations and prescribes glasses.
A trained vision specialist, licensed to examine the eyes and prescribe corrective lenses.
Optometrist: a person who is qualified to examine the eyes and prescribe and supply spectacles and contact lenses