Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology is the branch that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders.
An ophthalmologist is a physician who is well trained in medical and surgical eye care, following medical degree. Ophthalmologists prescribe medications to treat eye diseases, implement laser therapy, and perform surgery when needed. Ophthalmologists provide both primary and specialty eye care that includes both medical treatment and surgical procedures.

The types of surgical procedures in ophthalmology are