ophthalmologist

DEFINITION of ophthalmologist

Ophthalmologists complete medical school, followed by residency (typically 4 years in the US) and often fellowships for subspecialties like retina, glaucoma, or pediatric ophthalmology. They perform comprehensive eye exams, prescribe medications or glasses, conduct laser procedures, and execute surgeries such as cataract removal or LASIK. Unlike optometrists (who focus on vision correction) or opticians (who fit lenses), ophthalmologists are equipped for surgical interventions and systemic disease management affecting the eyes.

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ETYMOLOGY of ophthalmologist

greek From Greek ophthalmo- (ὀφθαλμός, ophthalmos, “eye”) + -logy (-λογία, “-logia,” study) for ophthalmology, plus -ist (“one who practices”), first attested around 1825. The root ophthalmos likely derives from ops (“eye/sight”) + thalamos (“inner chamber”).

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RELATED TERMS

Ophthalmology: The field/study itself. Optometrist: Non-surgical eye care provider. Optician: Lens dispenser. Subspecialties: Neuro-ophthalmology, vitreoretinal surgery, oculoplastics. Other: Optometry (vision measurement), oculis

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DERIVATIONS of ophthalmologist

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