What is an Ophthalmologist?
Whom should you see when it’s time for an
eye examination? Do you call an ophthalmologist,
optometrist, or optician? They all provide different
aspects of eye care, and it’s a good idea to know the
differences.An ophthalmologist is a medical doctor
(M.D.) who specializes in the medical and surgical
care of the eyes and in preventing eye disease. This EyeMD undergoes many years of medical education and
training, and is licensed by a state regulatory
board to practice medicine and surgery as well as
deliver routine eye care. Both Dr. Serdahl and Dr.
Jones are EyeMDs.
An optometrist (O.D.) is an
eye care provider who examines and screens for
diseases and disorders of the eye. Optometrists
prescribe, fit and glasses and contact lenses. An
optometrist cannot perform surgery, but sometimes
works with an ophthalmologist on post-surgical care.
Opticians make lenses, frames, and contacts lenses.
They analyze and interpret prescriptions and
determine the lens best suited for the patient.
Our
office, located at 4925 J Street in Sacramento has
all three professionals allowing us to provide the
high quality of care our patients expect!
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