Improving the Vision Care and Health of Virginians

Optometrists provide a wide range of care, including:

• Detect and diagnose eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataracts, retina & lid disorders, & infections
• Prescribe medication to treat eye diseases
• Evaluate and treat vision conditions such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism & presbyopia
• Perform minor surgical procedures such as removing foreign objects from the eye
• Provide pre- and post-operative care, especially for glaucoma, laser, refractive, & cataracts