Low Vision Optometrist
Optometrist ServicesOptometrists responsibilities are to:√ Examine eyes to detect vision problems such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism 
√ Diagnose eye diseases such as glaucoma √ Test patients’ depth and color perception √ Test patient's ability to focus and coordinate eye function
√ Prescribe eyeglasses and contact lenses √ Administer and prescribe medications (in some states) to help diagnose vision problems and treat certain eye disease.
Optometrist EducationOptometrists Credentials:√ All states require optometrists to be licensed √ Optometrists must have a Doctor of Optometry degree that requires an undergraduate college degree and 4 years at an accredited optometry school √ They must pass both a written and clinical state optometric board exam in order to receive a license, required by all states They are regulated at the state level, and must report to a state board of optometry for their license renewal (usually every three years). For More Information:
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