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O. D. (Optometrist)
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An optometrist is a doctor who is specifically trained and
state licensed to diagnose and treat eye diseases and injuries, and to
prescribe and fit contact lenses and eyeglasses. The typical optometrist
has attended 4 years of undergraduate college education, followed by 4
years of optometry college. |
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M. D. (Ophthalmologist) |
An ophthalmologist is an eye surgeon. |
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Optician |
An optician is trained, and in many states, licensed, to
fill prescriptions for eyeglasses. |
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