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Originally Posted by Carl in Tampa

You have done a great public service by reminding (or informing those who did not know) people that only an ophthalmologist can identify and treat medical problems of the eye.

An optometrist is qualified to perform refraction measurements, external to the eye, so you may be fitted for eyeglasses. This is not a medical procedure. At Tampa Eye Clinic, where I get all of my eye examinations done, refractions are done by assistants, and procedures to examine or treat the interior of my eyes are done by a doctor.

All diabetics should have periodic examinations done by an ophthalmologist due to the hazard of developing diabetic retinopathy and eventual blindness.

An opthalmologic exam should be a part of the health care program of people of retirement age.

Absolutely correct!!