207W00000X Ophthalmology Physician
- Definition
- An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.
- Grouping
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Classification
- Ophthalmology
- Section
- Individual
- Notes
- Source: American Board of Medical Specialties, 2007. www.abms.org [7/1/2007: definition added, source added; 7/1/2011: modified source]<br/>Additional Resources: American Board of Ophthalmology, 2007. http://www.abop.org/. American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology, 2007. http://www.osteopathic.org/certification<br/>Board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is provided by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Board certification for Doctors of Osteopathy (DOs) is provided by the American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology.
Specializations
207WX0120X
Cornea and External Diseases Specialist Physician
A healthcare provider who specializes in diagnosing and treating problems with the cornea (the clear front part of the eye) and the outer parts of the eye, such as the eyelids and conjunctiva. Patients can expect care for conditions like dry eye, corneal infections, injuries, scars, and eyelid disorders. This specialist also performs surgeries like corneal transplants and manages issues causing redness, pain, or vision changes in the front of the eye.
207WX0009X
Glaucoma Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician
A medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating glaucoma, a condition that can damage the optic nerve and cause vision loss. This specialist provides regular eye exams, monitors eye pressure, prescribes medications, and performs laser or surgical treatments if needed. Patients can expect care for glaucoma and related eye conditions, as well as guidance on protecting their vision and managing long-term eye health.
207WX0109X
Neuro-ophthalmology Physician
A healthcare provider who specializes in diagnosing and treating vision problems related to the nerves and brain. This provider helps patients with issues like double vision, sudden vision loss, optic nerve disorders, unexplained vision changes, and eye movement problems. Patients can expect thorough eye exams, coordination with other specialists, and care for conditions that affect both the eyes and the nervous system.
207WX0200X
Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Physician
A healthcare provider who specializes in surgery and care for the areas around the eyes and face, including eyelids, tear ducts, and eye sockets. They treat conditions such as droopy eyelids, blocked tear ducts, eye injuries, facial tumors, and perform cosmetic or reconstructive surgeries to improve appearance or function. Patients can expect evaluation, diagnosis, and surgical treatment for medical and cosmetic concerns affecting the eyelids, face, and areas around the eyes.
207WX0110X
Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Specialist Physician Physician
A healthcare provider who specializes in diagnosing and treating eye problems in children, with a focus on conditions that affect eye alignment and movement. They care for issues such as lazy eye (amblyopia), crossed eyes (strabismus), vision problems needing glasses, childhood cataracts, and glaucoma. Patients can expect thorough eye exams, guidance on vision correction, and both medical and surgical treatments to help children achieve healthy vision.
207WX0107X
Retina Specialist (Ophthalmology) Physician
A medical doctor who specializes in examining, diagnosing, and treating problems at the back of the eye, especially the retina. This specialist cares for conditions such as retinal detachment, macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease, and retinal tears. Patients seeing a retina specialist may receive detailed eye exams, imaging tests, laser treatments, injections, or surgery to manage complex vision problems and help prevent vision loss.
207WX0108X
Uveitis and Ocular Inflammatory Disease (Ophthalmology) Physician
A healthcare provider who specializes in diagnosing and treating inflammation and infections inside the eye and surrounding areas. They care for conditions like uveitis (eye inflammation), scleritis (inflammation of the white part of the eye), keratitis (cornea inflammation), and other eye infections. Patients can expect thorough eye exams, treatment plans to control inflammation, and ongoing care to help protect vision and manage eye discomfort.