Optometry

eyes · vision · healthcare · glasses

Eye doctors examine. Optometrists are healthcare professionals who test your eyesight using special equipment and charts to see how well you can focus on things near and far away.

Spotting problems early. During an eye exam, optometrists can detect not just vision issues like nearsightedness and farsightedness, but also serious eye diseases like glaucoma that could damage your sight if left untreated.

Custom vision correction. When your eyes don't focus light the right way, optometrists prescribe glasses, contact lenses, or other corrective tools designed specifically for your eyes to help you see clearly.

Part of eye care. Optometrists work alongside ophthalmologists (eye surgeons) to keep your eyes healthy, and they can refer you to a specialist if you need surgery or have a serious eye condition.

Understanding refraction. Optometrists study how light bends when it enters your eye, and they use this knowledge to figure out the exact prescription strength needed to make your vision sharp and clear.