Ophthalmologists are medically trained doctors who care for patients with eye conditions. They manage both acute and chronic eye conditions with patients of all ages.

It is important to be aware that eye health can be related to other conditions in the body. Disorders like diabetes or high blood pressure can also increase the risk of some eye diseases. For example, people with diabetes are at risk for diabetic retinopathy - an eye condition that can cause vision loss and blindness.

Important reasons to see an eye health specialist:

- A serious eye injury - Bulging eyes- Inability to see out of the sides of your eyes- Irregular tearing in the eyes- Lack of eye alignment- Red eyes - Seeing halos in your line of vision