Eye Specialists

Eye Specialists provide diagnostic, treatment and preventative medical services related to diseases, injuries and deficiencies of the human eye and associated structures.

What the job involves

• Read patient's history

• Examine patients and determine whether surgery is necessary

• Consults with anaesthetists about the operation and the patient's treatment

• Gives instructions about preparing patients for operating theatres

• Performs and manages operations

• Provides instructions for post-operative care

• Monitors patients after surgery

• Keeps medical records and sends final reports to general practitioners

• May teach trainees