Consultant Ophthalmologist

Ophthalmologist duties and responsibilities

● Providing routine care such as vision testing and prescribing glasses and contact lenses.
● Performing corrective surgeries, such as repairing injuries and corneas, and removing cataracts.
● Performing advanced surgical procedures, such as keyhole or laser surgery.
● Diagnosing and treating eye diseases and injuries.
● Managing emergency eye clinics, outpatient clinics, or other specialist eye clinics.
● Treating medical disorders that affect the vision through a holistic approach.
● Using therapeutic procedures and performing biopsies.

Ophthalmologist requirements and qualifications

● A medical degree in ophthalmology.
● Successful completion of an internship and residency in ophthalmology.
● A state license to practice ophthalmology.
● Expert working knowledge of the diseases, functions, and anatomy of the eye.
● Strong physics and math skills, and excellent medical knowledge.
● Good administrative and managerial skills.
● Good hand-eye coordination.
● Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.