Ophthalmologists and optometrists coexist in most communities but not always without issues. Sometimes, each group may resent the other, creating disputes or business problems. As elsewhere in life, ...

CEBU, Philippines – One of the most confusing parts of vision and eye care, for many patients, is in understanding the difference between optometrists and ophthalmologists. Figuring out where you ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . In three U.S. states where optometrists have expanded scope of practice, more than 40% of residents live within ...

An optometrist is a nonmedical professional who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases, injuries, and disorders of the eye and visual system. Optometrists do not attend medical school. After ...

The state’s optometrists want to perform some kinds of eye surgeries. Eye surgeons say it’s a bad idea. Proposed legislation filed last week in the form of House Bill 36 would allow optometrists, best ...