Orthoptists

Assist patients in diagnosing and treating visual disorders.

1. 1

   Examine patients' ocular conditions

   Conduct assessments of patients with ocular motility and binocular vision issues.

2. 2

   Perform diagnostic tests

   Administer tests such as visual acuity testing and retinoscopy to evaluate visual disorders.

3. 3

   Develop treatment plans

   Create nonsurgical treatment strategies for conditions like strabismus and convergence insufficiency.

4. 4

   Educate patients and families

   Provide clear instructions regarding diagnoses and treatment options to patients and their families.

5. 5

   Collaborate with other specialists

   Work with ophthalmologists and optometrists to manage complex visual disorders.