Ophthalmologists for Wilmington, DE
Our doctors provide ophthalmology services to the residents of Wilmington, DE.
What Is an Ophthalmologist?
An ophthalmologist is a medical doctor. Ophthalmologists have graduated from medical school and have received additional training in the treatment of the eye and its disorders. Ophthalmologists are licensed to practice medicine and perform surgery. You may be more familiar with optometrists, who perform vision testing and prescribe glasses and contact lenses. Optometrists are not medical doctors.
What Does an Ophthalmologist Do?
Ophthalmologists diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye. They perform eye surgery to treat cataracts, refractive errors, and corneal disorders. They also prescribe medication for conditions such as glaucoma.
About Our Ophthalmologists
Ophthalmic Partners of Pennsylvania and New Jersey has 11 skilled ophthalmologists and four different locations for the convenience of patients in the area, including residents of Wilmington, DE. Our doctors are leaders in the field of pediatric ophthalmology. We were the first doctors in the region to offer femtosecond laser surgery for cataracts. Our doctors provide the most advanced eye care in the region.
