10 Questions
What degree does an optometric physician earn after completing four years of graduate education at an accredited College of Optometry?
Doctorate in Optometry
What is the role of an ophthalmologist?
Primary and secondary medical/surgical eye care provider
What type of education has an optometric physician completed?
Four years of college premedical education and four years of graduate education
What kind of procedures can an ophthalmologist perform?
Cataract removal and lens implant, corneal transplant, and various laser procedures
Who certifies an optometric physician?
A national board of examiners
What is the main difference between an optometric physician and an ophthalmologist?
All of the above
Who is a primary and secondary medical/surgical eye care provider?
Ophthalmologist
How many years of residency and internships does an ophthalmologist typically complete?
Four years
What type of licensure does an optometric physician obtain?
State licensure
What kind of education does an ophthalmologist complete?
Four years of college, four years of medical school, and four years of residency
Regulations and scope of practice for optometrists in the US, including variations between states and their allowances, such as medical therapy and surgeries.
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