Eye Doctor References
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Ophthalmologists are Medical Doctors specializing in eye care
Ophthalmologists are trained medical doctors (MD after their name) who are also trained experts in eyes and vision care.  They perform eye surgeries including LASIK and cataract and treat retinal diseases such as diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration.  They are the best resource for severe eye problems or injuries.  Let us know below and we will help you find an Ophthalmologist in your area.
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Optometrists are trained in eye care
Optometrists are eye care doctors trained in Optometry schools (they have OD after their name).  They are eye care specialists, who perform all types of eye exams, and treat many eye problems.  They are not trained surgeons, and do not do eye surgery.  Optometrists are the best resource for routine eye problems or regular exams and checkups.  Let us know below and we will help you find an Optometrist in your area.
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General Practitioners
General practitioners are medical doctors  (MD after their name) who are trained in general medical care, which includes the basics of eye and vision care.  GPs do not perform eye exams, but can examine a patient's eyes and prescribe some medicines, but will often refer a patient to a specialist eye doctor if an eye problem needs extra diagnosis or care.  Let us know below and we will help you find a GP in your area.
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