6 Results forOphthalmologists near Pooler, GA
Learn more about Ophthalmologists and how to choose the right one for you
Learn more about Ophthalmologists
An optometrist is a healthcare provider who specializes in routine and preventive eye and vision care. Optometrists diagnose vision abnormalities and prescribe eyeglasses and contacts. They detect and treat cataracts, glaucoma, and eye infections. Optometrists also screen for conditions that affect the eyes and vision, including high blood pressure and diabetes.
An optometrist typically:
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Evaluates a patient’s medical and vision history
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Educates the patient about eye and vision disease prevention and health
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Performs a comprehensive eye and vision exam and evaluates blood pressure
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Performs and interprets specialized eye tests
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Diagnoses and often treats acute and chronic eye diseases and conditions that affect vision, including eye injuries, vision problems, cataracts, and glaucoma
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Screens for conditions that increase the risk of eye and vision conditions including diabetes and high blood pressure
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Prescribes eye glasses, contacts, and certain medications
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Refers patients to an ophthalmologist for serious eye problems and most eye surgeries
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Performs laser or glaucoma surgeries in some cases
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Provides eye and vision care before and after eye surgery
An optometrist may also be known by the following names: eye doctor, vision care specialist, and Doctor of Optometry (OD).
There are 6 specialists practicing Ophthalmology in Pooler, GA with an overall average rating of 3.5 stars. There are 6 hospitals near Pooler, GA with affiliated Ophthalmology specialists, including Memorial Health University Medical Center, Beaufort Memorial and Effingham Health System.
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- 9104 Middleground Rd Ste 1Savannah, GA 3140610 miles away
Biography: Dr. Russell Dandy, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist. He is 53 years old and has been practicing for 21 years. Dr. Russell Dandy, MD is affiliated with Memorial Health University Medical Center.
- 9104 Middleground Rd Ste 1Savannah, GA 3140610 miles away
Biography: Dr. Ronald Dandy, MD is an Ophthalmology Specialist. He is 53 years old and has been practicing for 21 years. Dr. Ronald Dandy, MD is affiliated with Memorial Health University Medical Center.
Dr. Kenneth Farr, MD
Specialty: Ophthalmology200 Blue Moon XingPooler, GA 313223.2 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Easy scheduling
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Dr. Robin Ray, MD
Specialty: Ophthalmology1000 Towne Center Blvd Ste 806Pooler, GA 313222.0 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Offers Telehealth
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Specialty: Ophthalmology1000 Towne Center BlvdPooler, GA 313221.8 miles awayPatients Tell Us:- Employs friendly staff
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Dr. Judith Piros, MD
Specialty: Ophthalmology1000 Towne Center BlvdPooler, GA 313221.8 miles awayDr. Russell Dandy, MD
Specialty: Ophthalmology9104 Middleground Rd Ste 1Savannah, GA 3140610 miles awayDr. Ronald Dandy, MD
Specialty: Ophthalmology9104 Middleground Rd Ste 1Savannah, GA 3140610 miles away