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What degree does an optometric physician earn after completing four years of graduate education at an accredited College of Optometry?
What degree does an optometric physician earn after completing four years of graduate education at an accredited College of Optometry?
- Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
- Bachelor of Science in Optometry
- Doctorate in Optometry (correct)
- Master of Optometry
What is the role of an ophthalmologist?
What is the role of an ophthalmologist?
- Nurse who assists in eye surgeries
- Medical technician who performs eye tests
- Optician who specializes in fitting glasses and contacts
- Primary and secondary medical/surgical eye care provider (correct)
What type of education has an optometric physician completed?
What type of education has an optometric physician completed?
- Two years of college premedical education and four years of graduate education
- Six years of college premedical education and two years of graduate education
- Four years of college premedical education and four years of graduate education (correct)
- Four years of college premedical education and two years of graduate education
What kind of procedures can an ophthalmologist perform?
What kind of procedures can an ophthalmologist perform?
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Who certifies an optometric physician?
Who certifies an optometric physician?
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What is the main difference between an optometric physician and an ophthalmologist?
What is the main difference between an optometric physician and an ophthalmologist?
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Who is a primary and secondary medical/surgical eye care provider?
Who is a primary and secondary medical/surgical eye care provider?
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How many years of residency and internships does an ophthalmologist typically complete?
How many years of residency and internships does an ophthalmologist typically complete?
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What type of licensure does an optometric physician obtain?
What type of licensure does an optometric physician obtain?
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What kind of education does an ophthalmologist complete?
What kind of education does an ophthalmologist complete?
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