Optometry In Az - Find A Doctor - Eye on Health Phoenix

Why is an optometrist a doctor but not an optometrist?

Many people confuse the roles of an optometrist and an ophthalmologist. Optometrists do not have the status of medical doctors. After completing at least three years of college, and four years of optometry school, optometrists earn a doctorate of optometry (OD).

Do optometrists get Dr title?

Without a doctorate, optometrists can't adopt the title of Dr. Optometrists in AZ may meet the statutory requirements by qualifying the title "Doctor" with a descriptor.

Is an optometrist considered a doctor?

They are not doctors. Optometrists are able to: Diagnose refractive problems and prescribe corrective lenses. Refer you to an optometrist if you notice any signs of eye care disease.