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OverviewWhat is an ophthalmologist vs an optometrist?

An ophthalmologist is an eye care specialist. Unlike optometrists and opticians, ophthalmologists are doctors of medicine (MD) or doctors of osteopathy (DO) with specific training and experience in diagnosing and treating eye and vision conditions.

An ophthalmologist is qualified to deliver total eye care, meaning vision services, eye examinations, medical and surgical eye care, and diagnosis and treatment of disease and visual complications that are caused by other conditions, like diabetes.

An ophthalmologist has completed four years of pre-medical undergraduate education, four years of medical school, one year of internship, and three or more years of specialized medical and surgical training in eye care. As a qualified specialist, an ophthalmologist is licensed by a state regulatory board to diagnose, treat, and manage conditions affecting the eye and visual system.

An ophthalmologist can take care of all your eye care needs, but you should consider working with an ophthalmologist any time you have a serious eye problem that will require surgery or specialized treatment.

Ophthalmologists perform surgery for the following eye problems:

Here are some examples of conditions when you might seek treatment from an ophthalmologist:

Regular eye screening is another thing you can do to protect your and your familys good health. Your eye health can change over time, so its a good idea to plan for regular eye examinations.

Most routine eye examinations start with questions about your eyes:

Next, your ophthalmologist will ask about your history of wearing eyeglasses or using contacts. They might also ask about your overall health and your family medical history, including any specific eye problems.

Your ophthalmologist will perform several tests to learn more about your eye health:

You might see your ophthalmologist as part of a regular checkup or for a specific eye problem. Either way, youll want to know whats happening with your eye health. Here are a few questions for you to consider:

A note from Cleveland Clinic

Protecting your eye health should be one of your personal health priorities. Few things in life are as precious as the ability to see clearly. Fortunately, there are many ways to treat common eye problems. Make your eye health a priority by having eye examinations as recommended by your ophthalmologist and seeking help anytime you notice changes in your vision.

Read more:
What is an Ophthalmologist? Definition & Types - Cleveland Clinic

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