Fairwood Optometry

If you’re looking for Fairwood optometry clinics, you likely know that optometry is the area of medicine solely dedicated to the eyes; the field covers the eyes and related areas, the entire visual system, vision and how the brain processes vision. Within the field of optometry, there are three main professions: an ophthalmologist, an optician and an optometrist.

An ophthalmologist is a medical doctor who specializes in the ocular region. In addition to performing eye exams, he can treat eye diseases, prescribe necessary medications and perform eye-related surgeries. An optician is not a doctor; however, depending on state requirements, an optician can be board-certified to fit contact lenses. Though opticians can fit eyegasses, they are not certified to prescribe corrective lenses as both ophthalmologists and optometrists are.

Finally, an optometrist is also a medical doctor, specializing in the eyes. Similar to an ophthalmologist, an optometrist assesses the overall health of the eyes, prescribes medications, treats eye diseases and issues, and prescribes and fits eyeglasses and contact lenses. The main difference between an ophthalmologist and an optometrist is that an ophthalmologist can perform surgeries whereas an optometrist generally cannot.

Finding the Right Fit in Fairwood Optometry

For those looking for general eye care in the Fairwood area, Fairwood optometry will meet your needs. At Kosnoski Eye Care, Inc., our expert optometrists are all specialists in primary eye care and feature additional specializations such as geriatrics, pediatrics and ocular diseases. Our Fairwood optometry reputation has also led to our established relationships with some of the area’s finest ophthalmologists so we’ll be able to refer you to one of the best, should the situation arise.

With two additional locations to serve you, call to schedule a consultation.

Fairwood Vision Clinic
(425) 255-6860

Kent Vision Clinic
(253) 852-2020

Auburn Vision Clinic
(253) 833-6060