For many people, going to the eye doctor means having an eye exam and likely getting a new prescription for updating their eyeglasses. But when you have more severe eye issues, such as cataracts, only an ophthalmologist is able to perform the needed surgery. When you are looking for the best ophthalmologist in Davie, Sunrise, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Parkland, Weston, and the surrounding areas, contact SightTrust Eye Institute to schedule your appointment and learn more.
What Do Ophthalmologists Do?
There are three kinds of eye specialists that you may encounter when dealing with your eyes. The first is an optician, who can provide you with information about different kinds of lenses and can help you choose eyeglass frames. They cannot do eye exams, write prescriptions, or diagnose or treat eye problems.
The next kind of eye specialist is an optometrist. When you go to get an eye exam, you will likely work with an optometrist. Along with performing eye exams, they can prescribe glasses or contacts, diagnose and treat eye disorders and diseases, and can prescribe eye-related medications. They cannot, however, perform eye surgeries.
Ophthalmologists have completed 12 to 13 years of training and education and are licensed to practice medicine and surgery. This lengthy training allows ophthalmologists to diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions. Many ophthalmologists are also involved in scientific research on the causes and cures for eye diseases and vision disorders. When you are in need of eye surgery, an ophthalmologist will be the one performing the surgery.
Choose The Best in Ophthalmology
SightTrust Eye Institute was among the first ophthalmic centers in the country, and the first in Broward and Palm Beach to offer laser-assisted cataract surgery and is one of the only centers in the country to exclusively perform laser-assisted cataract surgery on every patient. Perhaps that is why Dr. Shatz and his staff have performed more than 25,000 surgeries on patients from Davie, Sunrise, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Parkland, Weston, and the surrounding areas. Don’t settle for just any ophthalmologist when you or a family member need eye surgery, go to the best. A highly-respected, board-certified ophthalmologist, Dr. Shatz is the Medical Director of SightTrust Eye Institute. Give them a call today to schedule your consultation with him and his staff.
