01/12/2026
Optometrist vs. Optician vs. Ophthalmologist – What’s the difference?
We get these questions all the time, so let’s break it down:
Optometrist – Your primary eye care provider. They perform eye exams, check your vision, diagnose and manage many eye conditions, and prescribe glasses, contact lenses, and certain medications.
Optician – The eyewear experts! Opticians help you choose frames and lenses and make sure your glasses fit comfortably and correctly, based on your prescription.
Ophthalmologist – A medical doctor who specializes in eye disease, surgery, and advanced medical treatment, including procedures like cataract or laser surgery. In Alberta, patients need a referral from their optometrist in order to be seen by an ophthalmologist.
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