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A member asked:
Is an md not certified in ophthalmology able to write a perscription for eyeglasses?
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Not really: They will not have the knowledge to write the prescription.
Answered 12/10/2013
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Depends: An md in some states are able to, but state dependent: h.R. 3140 sec 11(to provide for availability of contact lens prescriptions to patients, and for other purposes). Definition of a prescriber as: an ophthalmologist, optometrist, or other person permitted under state law to issue prescriptions for contact lenses in compliance with any applicable requirements established by the fda;.
Answered 4/1/2013
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Ophthalmology: Not typically. An ophthalmologist is usually an MD or an DO after he/she completed medical school and then a residency in ophthalmology / eye surgery. An MD without training in ophthalmology is likely not well versed or trained to provide a prescription for eye glasses. Optometrists are also trained for this as well so you are better off looking for a doctor focusing in eye care.
Answered 6/19/2014
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