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Optometrist
Optometrists or doctors of optometry are primary eye care providers along with ophthalmologists. They can prescribe glasses and contacts and diagnose and treat various medical eye conditions. They cannot perform surgery on the eye, only ophthalmologists can do that.
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At what age should my children first see optometrist?
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What is the definition or description of: optometrist?
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My optometrist says I have 20-30 vision. Is that good?
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Can a local optometrist make special effects contacts?
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Can i consult with more than one optometrist at a time?
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Can you just go into an optometrist or do you need a referral?
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Wondering why would the optometrist order me a field vision test?
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Can you tell me, if I am 17, can I go to the optometrist by myself?
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The optometrist said my eyesight is -5. What exactly does that mean?
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I would like to be an optometrist. Does anyone knows how many years i need to study?
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Do optometrists provide you with a written report of the results of your examination?
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Could optometrist tell if you smoked weed?
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What type of equipment do optometrists use?
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How can the optometrist test babies eyesight?
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How are opthalmologist and optometrist different?
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How do optometrists know if a baby needs glasses?
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How can an optometrist know if i need glasses or not?
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Why do optometrists use sticky eyedrops during an exam?
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How long does optometrist have to keep patient records?
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Is it possible to be an optometrist if you're squeamish?
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What are the names of the main equipment that optometrists use?
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