 Optometrist
"Previously
known as ophthalmic opticians, optometrists are trained
to examine the eyes to detect defects in
vision, signs of injury, ocular diseases or
abnormality and problems with general
health, such as high blood pressure or
diabetes. They make a health assessment,
offer clinical advice, prescribe spectacles
or contact lenses and refer patients for
further treatment, when necessary." Source
College of Optometrist
Ophthalmologist "Ophthalmologists
are medical doctors who specialize in the
diagnosis and treatment of eye and vision
problems. " Source
WebMD
Optician "can
help you choose frames for your glasses and
provide information about types of lenses
and lens coatings. They cannot give eye
exams, write prescriptions, or diagnose or
treat eye problems." Source
WebMD |
