Ophthalmologist - Houston
Optometrist or Ophthalmologist - Houston
Every Optometrist and Ophthalmologist in Houston is a certified eye specialist and both are commonly referred to by the title "Eye Doctor." These similarities are a source of the common confusion between the two positions.
Dr. Barnes is a licensed optometrist in Houston. An optometrist is a Doctor of Optometry and is certified to provide eye care, but is different than a medical doctor like an ophthalmologist. A Doctor of Optometry degree (OD) requires 4 years of postgraduate education in a college of optometry, and many optometrists also complete a residency (on site training).
As an optometrist, Dr. Barnes is certified to provide many primary eye care services to the Houston area. This includes eye exams, treatment of common eye conditions and diseases as well the prescription of contact lenses, glasses and certain medications.
Ophthalmologist - Houston, TX
Each ophthalmologist in Houston is a Doctor of Medicine (MD) who specializes in eye care. After medical school, an ophthalmologist needs to complete a single year of internship and three years of residency training in order to practice ophthalmology in Houston, TX. Ophthalmologists receive a broader medical education and are treat more severe eye conditions - only ophthalmologists are licensed to perform surgery on the eye.
If you're looking for an ophthalmologist in Houston, Dr. Barnes can help refer you to the perfect doctor for your needs.
At Vision Corner we provide co-management with your ophthalmologist in Houston for all your eye care needs.
