Student Success Statement
"I will persist until I succeed."
Og Mandino
You should never give up because if you do you're never going to get what you want so even when things seem tough you have to keep trying.
They treat vision problems and they diagnose the problems with the vision, they also give the patient eyeglasses, contact lenses, or vision therapy. Some optometrists specialize in industrial vision safety and give treatment for people with vision related learning disabilities. Unlike the ophthalmologist they are not physicians and may not write medical prescriptions, Most Optometrists are self employed, however other work in hospitals, government agencies, optical manufacturers, or universities.
They help collect data and measurements to get the correct diagnosis and treatments for the diseases and problems of the eye. These technicians can be found working in hospitals, clinics, or they can be in some or sort of private practice office. Most of their responsibilities consist of simple eye exams. assisting with eye surgery, and explaining diagnostic and treatment procedures for patients.