Dr. Prajay Dhir, MD - Ophthalmologist in Richmond, TX (2024)

FAQs

What's the difference between an ophthalmologist and an ophthalmologist optometrist? ›

Optometrists examine, diagnose, and treat patients' eyes. Ophthalmologists are eye doctors who perform medical and surgical treatments for eye conditions. The three types of eye health professionals also differ in their level of education.

Ophthalmologists specialize in treating eye health problems, such as dry eye syndrome, eyelid conditions such as blepharitis and styes, cataracts, diabetic eye disease, glaucoma or macular degeneration. But there are many reasons you may be referred to an ophthalmologist for treatment.

You can visit an ophthalmologist for the same care as an optometrist, such as a routine eye exam or prescription refill. However, an ophthalmologist can also perform eye surgery for various diseases and conditions, including cataracts, glaucoma, and strabismus.

Visit your medical optometrist for primary medical eye care, including eye medication prescriptions, monitoring and managing eye diseases, or emergency eye care services. Visit an ophthalmologist for interventions like surgical treatments for serious eye diseases, advanced ocular problems, or refractive eye surgery.

For serious eye problems, you may want to see an ophthalmologist. This type of eye doctor may offer treatments — like surgery — that optometrists don't. Some ophthalmologists specialize in specific eye diseases, like glaucoma or diabetic retinopathy.

Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked Best in Ophthalmology by both U.S. News & World Report and Ophthalmology Times.

How much does a Physician - Ophthalmology make in the United States? The average Physician - Ophthalmology salary in the United States is $329,644 as of July 29, 2024, but the range typically falls between $277,100 and $377,078.

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