Etymology:
Meaning and Origin:
The term "optometrist" is a combination of Greek roots meaning "one who is skilled in or practices the study of the eye." It was first used in the late 1800s to describe a person who examined, measured, and corrected refractive errors of the eye using lenses.
Optometry emerged as a distinct profession in the late 19th century. Before that, ophthalmologists were responsible for both medical and optical care of the eyes. However, advancements in the field of optics, such as the development of the ophthalmoscope and the autorefractor, led to the specialization of optometry.
The first optometry schools were established in the United States in the late 1880s and early 1890s. Today, optometrists are licensed healthcare professionals who provide comprehensive eye care, including:
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