{"id":306,"date":"2020-03-11T10:04:59","date_gmt":"2020-03-11T10:04:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/wordpress\/?page_id=306"},"modified":"2021-07-15T12:15:35","modified_gmt":"2021-07-15T12:15:35","slug":"choosing-an-optometrist","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-exams\/choosing-an-optometrist\/","title":{"rendered":"Choosing an Optometrist"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>When deciding on an eye doctor it is important to look for a reputable optometry practice that will meet all of your ocular health and vision needs<\/strong>.<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A qualified eye care professional will examine, treat, manage, and monitor your ocular health and vision.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To help you make an informed decision, consider the following points listed for your below:<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>1. Your Eye Care Needs<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you primarily concerned about\u00a0 visual acuity testing, eyeglasses and contact lenses? Or, are you looking for more advanced eye care services for managing or treating ocular health? Be aware of your needs before selecting an optometrist. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many eye doctors specialize in particular conditions so it is a good idea to verify that your eye doctor\u2019s office has the best technology for your personal needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>2. Specialized Training or Eye Care Credentials<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The doctor that you choose should be qualified as a specialist in treating your ocular condition. In most optometry practices you will see diplomas, licenses and training credentials prominently hanging in the office or waiting room of the clinic.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you have blurry vision or suspect you have an eye condition, <a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/practice-search\/\" target=\"_blank\">contact an eye doctor<\/a>\u00a0near you, who can diagnose and treat the condition<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>SEE RELATED:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-exams\/choosing-an-optometrist\/science-needs-compassion\/\">Science Needs Compassion<\/a><\/p>\n\n\t<div class=\"practice-search-widget\">\n\t\t<h3>Find an eye doctor near you<\/h3>\n\t\t\n\t<form class=\"practice-search-form practice-search-form-widget\" action=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/practice-search\/results\/\" method=\"get\">\n\n\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"distance\" value=\"100\" class=\"practice-search-distance\">\n\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"page\" class=\"practice-search-page\">\n\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"address_latitude\"><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"address_longitude\">\n\n\t\t<input type=\"text\" name=\"address\" class=\"practice-search-address\" placeholder=\"City, Surburb or Address\" value=\"\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"distance\" value=\"100\" class=\"practice-search-distance\">\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<button type=\"submit\" class=\"practice-search-button\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 19 19\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M10.6796 0.130005C9.15708 0.130059 7.66615 0.5646 6.38198 1.38258C5.09781 2.20057 4.07373 3.36803 3.43004 4.74783C2.78634 6.12763 2.54976 7.66246 2.74808 9.17205C2.9464 10.6816 3.57139 12.1033 4.54964 13.27L0.729639 17.08C0.6364 17.1732 0.562439 17.2839 0.511979 17.4058C0.461519 17.5276 0.435547 17.6581 0.435547 17.79C0.435547 17.9219 0.461519 18.0524 0.511979 18.1743C0.562439 18.2961 0.6364 18.4068 0.729639 18.5C0.917942 18.6883 1.17334 18.7941 1.43964 18.7941C1.5715 18.7941 1.70207 18.7681 1.82389 18.7177C1.94571 18.6672 2.0564 18.5932 2.14964 18.5L5.99964 14.62C7.35406 15.6038 8.98566 16.1324 10.6596 16.13C12.7814 16.13 14.8162 15.2871 16.3165 13.7869C17.8168 12.2866 18.6596 10.2517 18.6596 8.13C18.6596 6.00827 17.8168 3.97344 16.3165 2.47315C14.8162 0.97286 12.7814 0.130005 10.6596 0.130005H10.6796ZM10.6796 14.13C9.49295 14.13 8.33291 13.7781 7.34622 13.1188C6.35952 12.4595 5.59049 11.5225 5.13636 10.4261C4.68224 9.32975 4.56342 8.12335 4.79493 6.95946C5.02644 5.79558 5.59788 4.72648 6.437 3.88736C7.27611 3.04825 8.34521 2.4768 9.5091 2.24529C10.673 2.01378 11.8794 2.1326 12.9757 2.58673C14.0721 3.04085 15.0092 3.80989 15.6685 4.79658C16.3277 5.78328 16.6796 6.94332 16.6796 8.13C16.6796 9.7213 16.0475 11.2474 14.9223 12.3726C13.7971 13.4979 12.2709 14.13 10.6796 14.13Z\" fill=\"#fff\"\/><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\n\t\t<button type=\"button\" class=\"practice-search-use-my-location\">\n\t\t\tSearch near me\n\t\t<\/button>\n\n\n\t<\/form>\n\n\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<h2><strong>3. Availability &amp; Accessibility<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your optometrist should be easy to reach \u2013 whether you need a basic vision test, comprehensive eye exam, or the latest treatment for ocular disease, the optometry office should have hours that are accommodating to your schedule, and be in a convenient location. Be sure to inquire how to reach the eye doctor in case of an emergency situation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>4. Professional Experience &amp; Reputation<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is important to find a doctor who is knowledgeable, experienced and is known for having a compassionate bedside manner! A friendly office staff who will help you schedule appointments,<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and help you to understand your insurance policy, is always beneficial.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>5. Extensive Eyewear Collection<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many optometrists carry a selection of eyewear in their office. The collection of eyewear should be durable, stylish and provide you with a good fit for your vision prescription and personal lifestyle. Having a nice selection of eyewear to choose from will ease the stress of going out on your own to look for what you need.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking care of your vision and ocular health is essential to your overall wellbeing. Don\u2019t settle, make sure you are happy with your choice of optometrist researching different practices ahead of time!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>LEARN MORE:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-exams\/\">Guide to Eye Exams<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/practice-search\/\" target=\"_blank\"><b>S<\/b><strong>chedule an appointment<\/strong><\/a><strong> with an eye doctor for a comprehensive eye exam, and to discuss any questions you may have about your eyes and eye health.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When deciding on an eye doctor it is important to look for a reputable optometry practice that will meet all of your ocular health and vision needs. 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