OPTOMETRIST – ears 2020 Vision Centre

Optometrists are responsible for exarnining, diagnosing and treating parts of the visual system. Typical duties include performing vision tests, diagnosing sight problems, prescribing contact lenses and eyeglasses.

Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree License to practice as an optician

Perform vision tests and analyze results

Diagnose sight problems, such as nearsightedness or farsightedness, and eye diseases, such as glaucoma Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other visual aids, and if state law permits, medications

Perform minor surgical procedures to correct or treat visual or eye health issues

Provide treatments such as vision therapy or low-vision rehabilitation

Provide pre- and postoperative care to patients undergoing eye surgery- for example, examining a patient’s eyes the day after surgery

• Evaluate patients for the presence of other diseases and conditions, such as diabetes or hypertension, and refer patients to other healthcare providers as needed

Promote eye and general health by counseling patients