Overview
Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine and surgery that deals with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of eye disorders. Ophthalmologists are medical doctors (MD) or doctors of osteopathic medicine (DO) and may be board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmalogy or American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology.
Common eye surgeries at UnaSource correct conditions such as:
Strabismus (Crossed Eyes or Wandering Eye), a condition where the eyes do not align properly. This may happen continuously or intermittently and may be present at birth or develop later in life.
Diplopia (Double Vision), a medical condition where a person sees two images of a single object. Not all cases of diplopia require surgical intervention. It’s important to see a qualified eye specialist to diagnose the cause and determine the best course of treatment.
