Most people take for granted the gift of sight and healthy eyes. Yet those who have problems with their sight and other diseases of the eye need specialized treatment. Ophthalmologists, like both Dr. Scott Beeve and Dr. Jerold Beeve are medical doctors who specialize in the surgical treatment and prevention of eye diseases. Also called eye surgeons, they are trained to be able to deliver total eye care: primary, secondary and tertiary (for example, vision testing, contact lenses, eye examinations, medical eye care and surgical eye care), diagnose general diseases of the body and treat ocular manifestations of systemic diseases.
Many people confuse ophthalmologists with optometrists or opticians. The difference is that an ophthalmologist can operate on the eyes, whereas the other two cannot perform surgery and are only trained to deal with vision problems and corrective lenses. Ophthalmologists provide a full spectrum of care including routine eye exams, diagnosis and medical treatment of eye disorders and diseases, prescriptions for eyeglasses, surgery, and management of eye problems that are caused by systemic illnesses.
Ophthalmologists can be medical doctors (MD) or doctors of osteopathy (DO). Like all medical specialties, ophthalmologists may decide to choose a subspecialty area, such as ophthalmic plastic surgery, glaucoma, ophthalmic pathology, or cornea and external disease. Each of these areas require additional training and education.
Ophthalmologists treat some eye diseases with medication, such as eye drops or pills. For example, glaucoma causes vision loss by damage to the optic nerve, which transmits light signals from the retina to the brain. In its early stages or less threatening forms, there are a number of pills and topical drops to help cure and prevent the onset of vision loss. Other eye diseases may require laser surgery or other operations.
Despite progress in medical research, some eye conditions cannot be cured. Nevertheless, certain steps can be taken to try to prevent cataracts and other eye diseases. Ophthalmologists, like both Dr. Scott Beeve and Dr. Jerold Beeve offer advice, counseling and support while monitoring a patient's condition. Loss of sight can be prevented with regular visits to your ophthalmologist. It is also suggested that people wear sunglasses with UVB/UVA protection, avoid smoking, and increase the consumption of fruits and vegetables or take vitamin supplements. Our goal is to protect people's eyes through early diagnosis and treatment of eye conditions.
