Optometrist

Optometrists Are Primary Health Care Providers Who Diagnose, Manage, And Treat Conditions And Diseases Of The Human Eye And Visual System. Optometrists In North Carolina May Prescribe Therapeutic Pharmaceuticals For The Treatment And Management Of Ocular Disease. Depending Upon The Diagnosis, Optometrists May Prescribe A Broad Range Of Treatments Ranging From Prescribing Ophthalmic Drugs, Visual Training, Eyeglasses, Contact Lenses, Or Other Visual Aids. Like Any Health Professional, They May Refer Patients To Other Medical Specialists For Medical Or Surgical Care When Necessary.