What does a optometrist do?
Optometrists are experts in eye health, trained to prescribe spectacles and contact lenses and treat a range of eye conditions such as dry eye, allergies and infections.
Does optometrist a doctor?
Optometrists are eye care professionals who provide primary vision care ranging from sight testing and correction to the diagnosis, treatment and management of vision changes. An optometrist is not a medical doctor.
What is the difference between an ophthalmologist or 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.
How much does an optometrist make in SA?
R 330 000 per year
The average optometrist salary in South Africa is R 330 000 per year or R 169 per hour. Entry-level positions start at R 276 000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to R 486 000 per year.
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