Kettering Doctors

You may be confused with the different types of Kettering doctors. They can be optometrists or ophthalmologists. In order for you to be able to consult the correct doctor to handle your concerns about your eye, you should know what are the medical activities that can be done by each of the two eye doctors.

Optometrists are those who can perform examinations and assessments with your eyes in order to diagnose correctly its condition. They may perform tests to rule out glaucoma or problems in eye coordination. They should be licensed and have a degree of Doctor of Optometry in order to practice the profession.

On the other hand, ophthalmologists are those who perform surgical procedures with your eyes. They are the ones responsible in prescribing a treatment regimen in order to treat your eye condition. They should have a degree in Doctor of Medicine and a wide clinical experience in the field of eye treatment and surgery. This is certainly the case with doctors in Kettering.

Ophthalmologists can also specialize in various areas of eye treatment such as pediatric cases, diseases of the retina as well as glaucoma. They can undergo additional training in the specified field of expertise in order for them to become more equipped in handling the conditions.

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