Is there anything else I need to know about vision screening?There are different types of eye care specialists. The most common types include:Ophthalmologist: A medical doctor who specializes in eye health and in treating and preventing eye disease. Ophthalmologists provide complete eye exams, prescribe corrective lenses, diagnose and treat eye diseases, and perform eye surgery.Optometrist: A trained health professional who specializes in vision problems and disorders of the eye. Optometrists provide many of the same services as ophthalmologists, including performing eye exams, prescribing corrective lenses, and treating some eye disorders. For more complex eye disorders or surgery, you will need to see an ophthalmologist.Optician: A trained professional who fills prescriptions for corrective lenses. Opticians prepare, assemble, and fit eyeglasses. Many opticians also provide contact lenses.
