Ophthalmologist

An ophthalmologist is a physician who specializes in eye health and vision. You diagnose and treat conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disease, and infections, prescribe glasses and medications, and perform surgery when needed. A typical day mixes seeing patients in clinic, reading test results and imaging, and operating in a surgical center or hospital. You work with patients of every age, from children with vision problems to older adults facing age-related changes, and you collaborate closely with optometrists, technicians, and other physicians.