How do they match: Orthoptists

  • Diagnose and treat visual system disorders such as binocular vision and eye movement impairments.

  • Collaborate with ophthalmologists, optometrists, or other specialists in the diagnosis, treatment, or management of conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts, and retinal diseases.
  • Develop nonsurgical treatment plans for patients with conditions such as strabismus, nystagmus, and other visual disorders.
  • Evaluate, diagnose, or treat disorders of the visual system with an emphasis on binocular vision or abnormal eye movements.
  • Provide instructions to patients or family members concerning diagnoses or treatment plans.

  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.
  • Develop medical treatment plans.