Ophthalmology is a fast demanding field in paramedical sciences. The practice of Ophthalmology includes diagnosis of eye diseases and subsequent referral to eye surgeons, detection and referral of systemic and neurologic diseases. It also involves designing - fitting of contact lenses, low vision devices. evaluation of squint, providing community eye care programs etc. there are various responsibilities as an Ophthalmologics mainly : To conduct primary examination of the eye, conduct diagnostic tests for the diagnosis of eye disease and subsequent referral to Eye surgeons, prescribe

remedial treatment in the form of spectacles, contact lenses and low vision devices, counsel patients with partial vision, color vision defects and other hereditary ocular defects. Ophthalmologist have Multiple career Opportunities. A qualified Optometrists can choose from various career options like working in Optical outlets, governmental and non governmental Eye Hospital, Multinationals companies of working for eye related materials, occupational Counseling - (Eye hazards, Computer Vision Syndrome). Those who wants can opt for Higher Studies - Masters, Ph.D. and can do the wonders in the field of research.

Note: Diploma holders in the same can be enrolled into final year of the course.