What is an Eye Doctor called?
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An eye doctor is called an Ophthalmologist or even an Optometrist, it all depends on their level of training and specialization.
An ophthalmologist is a medical doctor (MD or D.O.) who has expertise in the medical and surgical care of the eyes. But, an optometrist is a healthcare professional who is trained to provide primary eye care services such as performing eye exams or prescribing eyeglasses and contact lenses.
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