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Optometrists can prescribe controlled medications for eye conditions, depending on the state legislation. Some optometrists can also perform minor surgeries, such as foreign body removal, laser eye surgery, and certain additional surgical interventions.
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Optometrists have a defined scope of practice that revolves largely around the eyes and they can prescribe medication, although not all the same medications that a family doctor can.
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The short answer is yes, optometrists can prescribe medication. However, optometrists have a very defined scope of practice that – surprise, surprise – revolves largely around the eyes.
Optometrists can not prescribe all the same medications that your family doctor can.
Can An Optometrist Prescribe Medication? - The Lost Contacts
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Optometrists can 't perform eye surgery but can prescribe medications and treat eye diseases. They can detect common eye abnormalities and diseases that can lead to permanent vision loss...
What Is an Optometrist? - WebMD
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As experienced and trained professionals, optometrists are qualified to diagnose your situation and prescribe some medication. However, if your symptoms indicate any kind of eye disease or chronic eye infection,…
Can Optometrists Treat Eye Infections? | Eye Care Plus
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Optometrists can detect systemic diseases, provide vaccinations and prescribe medications. The links to the right lead to maps showing a comparison of all states and territories for the following three…
Optometrists Overview - Scope of Practice Policy
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