What are Optometrists trained to do?

• Detect and diagnose eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataracts, retinal disorders, lid disorders, and infections such as conjunctivitis.
• Prescribe medication to treat eye diseases.
• Evaluate and treat vision conditions such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism and presbyopia.
• Perform minor procedures such as removing foreign objects from the eye.
• Provide pre- and post-operative care, especially for glaucoma, laser, refractive, and cataract patients.