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Please advise what is the difference between an optometrist and an opthalmologist?
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Many: But the main difference is level of expertise. Ophthalmologists are medical doctors with extensive training in eye disease and eye surgery. The training is at least 8 years. Optometrists complete a four year program that focuses on prescribing glasses and contact lenses.
Answered 1/27/2014
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