Comment by Sweaty-Adeptness1541 on 26/01/2025 at 16:01 UTC*

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View submission: Are opticians just glorified salesman's now?

On the high street:

• Optometrist: Examines eyes, prescribes glasses/contact lenses, and manages some eye conditions.
• Dispensing Optician: Fits and supplies glasses and contact lenses based on prescriptions. (These are the people selling the frames/lenses)
• Optical Assistant: Assists in the sale and fitting of eyewear, supporting optometrists and dispensing opticians.

They are businesses and are trying to make a profit while adhering to professional standards.

In addition, in hospitals/clinics you find:

• Ophthalmic Medical Practitioner: Medical doctors who provide general eye care, excluding major surgery.
• Orthoptist: Specializes in treating disorders of eye movements and alignment.
• Ophthalmologist: Medical and surgical eye specialist who manages complex eye diseases and performs surgeries.

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