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Who's Who in Eye Care?
Ophthalmologist? Optometrist? Optician? Learn about the various titles of eye care professionals and how to best take care of your eyes.
Ophthalmologist? Optometrist? Optician? Ophthalmic Medical Personnel? Oculist? Low Vision Rehabilitation Specialist?
Have you ever wondered about the various titles, roles, education and licensing requirements of different eye care professionals? These are the people to whom we entrust the health of our eyes, and you may want to ask yourself – Who are they and how did they prepare for their careers?
“Eye care professional” can refer to any health care worker, from one with a high school diploma to a practitioner with a doctoral education and residency/fellowship training. Join POB at one of three enlightening presentations in September to learn “Who’s Who in Eye Care.”
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