Program Summary
Doctor of Optometry (OD) is a professional doctoral degree program focused on the examination, diagnosis, treatment, and management of visual disorders and eye health. The course covers topics such as anatomy and physiology of the eye, optics, vision science, ocular diseases, pharmacology, and surgical techniques related to eye care. It prepares students to become licensed optometrists, providing primary eye care services, prescribing corrective lenses, diagnosing eye conditions, and managing eye diseases, often working in clinics, hospitals, or private practices.