Choosing the Right Ophthalmologist According to Your Condition

Checking eye health is not only necessary for those who have vision problems. People with healthy eyes are also advised to check their eyesight regularly to an eye doctor.

For those of you who don't have vision problems, seeing an ophthalmologist is one of the best preventative steps to take. This aims to detect eye problems before symptoms appear. In addition, you can also find out other health problems that can affect the eyes, such as diabetes.

Who should you check your eyes on?

If you experience problems with vision, immediately consult an ophthalmologist or eye health professional, according to your vision problems. Below is a guide to eye health experts.

• Optalmologist (ophthalmologist)

  An ophthalmologist or ophthalmologist is a specialist who specializes in eye care, eye surgery, and the visual system. They have the qualifications and competence to perform examinations, diagnoses, provide treatment, therapy, or surgery, as well as the management of complications of diseases related to the eye. Ophthalmologists can diagnose and treat eye diseases such as glaucoma, conjunctivitis, corneal disorders, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, vision disorders such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Not only that, ophthalmologists can also provide advice regarding the prevention of injuries and diseases of the eye. In other words, ophthalmologists can provide all types of services related to the eye as a whole, from prevention to treatment. There are also ophthalmologists who study deeper knowledge related to eye diseases or the subspecialization of eye diseases. Some examples of these subspecialties include ophthalmologists who specialize in glaucoma and ophthalmologists who specialize in infection and immunology.

• Optometrist (expert eye)

  The second type of ophthalmologist is an optometrist or better known as an ophthalmologist. In Indonesia, ophthalmologists are diploma graduates majoring in optical refraction. The main task of an optometrist is to check the visual acuity of his patients regularly. In addition, they can also prescribe simple vision aids (glasses, contact lenses) and education to maintain eye health and vision. They also have the authority to refer patients to an ophthalmologist if serious eye disease is suspected.

• optician (expert eyeglasses)

  Other eye health workers who are not licensed by doctors are optometrists (optician). They usually work closely with ophthalmologists and ophthalmologists. Their presence is very important in order to provide vision aid services that suit the patient's needs. Not only that, these opticians are also responsible for ordering and checking vision aids (glasses and contact lenses).

Tips for Choosing an Ophthalmologist

Some things you need to pay attention to before visiting an eye doctor, namely:

• Choose an experienced ophthalmologist

  Before seeing an ophthalmologist, you should first find out the experience of the doctor. You can find information about your experience at website official medical institutions, such as the Indonesian Medical Council (KKI).

• Choose a certified ophthalmologist

  To prevent cases of malpractice, make sure the eye doctor you choose is certified by the Indonesian Doctors Association (IDI) and the Indonesian Ophthalmologist Association (Perdami).

• Ask for an ophthalmologist's recommendation from a general practitioner

  If you are having trouble finding the right eye doctor, don't hesitate to ask your friends, family, or trusted ophthalmologist for recommendations.

• Choose a doctor who can make you comfortable

  In addition to having reliable competence and clinical skills, be sure to also choose an ophthalmologist who can communicate well and provide explanations that are easy for you to accept. This is important so that you feel comfortable during the consultation and undergoing eye treatment.

Keep in mind, when you want to see an ophthalmologist, it is advisable to first adjust the condition you are suffering from with the expertise of an ophthalmologist or ophthalmologist. This is so that the treatment or treatment given can be in accordance with your eye condition.