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What is optometry?

Optometry is a medical profession which concerns the assessment and diagnosis of eye disease, eye defects and abnormalities and their management, and the general examination of the eyes. The word ‘optometry’ comes from ‘opsis’ (view) and ‘metron’ (something used to measure) in Greek.

What’s the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist?

Optometry is closely related to ophthalmology, however ophthalmologists are doctors who specialise in both medical and surgical care of the eye. Optometrists do not perform surgical procedures, but they may work closely with ophthalmologists to offer a high level of eyecare.

What’s the difference between an optometrist and an optician?

Opticians are trained to design and fit glasses and contact lenses, but they do not conduct tests for vision and cannot write prescriptions. They cannot diagnose, manage, or treat eye conditions.

How do you become an optometrist?

In the UK, optometrists, or ophthalmic opticians as they are sometimes known, complete a 3-4 year degree followed by a minimum one-year internship, known as their ‘pre-registration period’. After one year of supervised practice, you can register with the GOC (General Optical Council) as an optometrist. Optometrists can also now prescribe medications which treat and manage certain eye conditions, providing they have taken additional postgraduate training.

What conditions does an optometrist treat?

An optometrist generally offers treatment for common eye problems, such as dry eye, and eye infections. They can also offer treatment for long-term conditions such as glaucoma, but may refer on to an ophthalmologist if necessary or if surgical treatment is required.
Optometrists can also perform routine eye examinations, which are important to attend. Eye tests are recommended every two years, though in certain cases optometrists recommend more frequent eye testing, for example in those with diabetes or in those over the age of 70. An eye test will help determine if your sight needs correcting, or if you already have glasses/contact lenses, if you need a new prescription. Eye tests can also help in the detection of eye conditions.

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Optometrists of Top Doctors UK

Ms Anila Mistry

Consultant Senior Optometrist

Mr Sachin Patel

Specialist Prescribing Optometrist

Ms Minakshi Jain

Optometrist

Mr Robert Longhurst

Optometrist

Mr Dilesh Makwana

Independent Prescribing Optometrist

Mr Connan Tam

Orthoptist and Optometrist

Mr Shakeel Puri

Consultant Specialist Optometrist

What is optometry?

What’s the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist?

What’s the difference between an optometrist and an optician?

How do you become an optometrist?

What conditions does an optometrist treat?