Taking Care of Your Vision: How to Spot a Good Eye Doctor

Whether you have healthy eyes or have been suffering from an eye affliction for sometime, it is recommended that you visit an optometrist or opthalmologist to be on the safe side. When looking for an eye doctor, it's advisable to ask for a recommendation from your physician, family members, and/or friends. Better yet, choose an upstanding member of medical organizations in your area.

Aside from a license and a good reputation, you can spot an excellent eye doctor by asking about credentials and experience. Naturally, you will have to look for an opthalmologist who specializes in treating your particular eye problem (like cataracts, for instance). To help ease your mind, you can do a little background check to find out the success rate of your chosen doctor's surgeries.

After the first visit, it is important to re-assess your impression of the medical professional. Do not go back if you did not feel comfortable with the consultation techniques he used or if you felt like he was not meticulous at all. At the same time, the doctor should have been able to clearly answer every concern you have about your eyes without raising false hopes. His attitude and professionalism (e.g. keeping the appointment and showing up on time) should likewise be considered as you make your final decision.