Optometrists practice in most of Missouri's counties and are readily accessible.
Doctors of optometry treat and manage eye disorders and regularly diagnose diseases both of the eye and the body because systemis pathologies such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, high blood pressure, and stroke are first found by optometrists during a comprehensive eye exam.
Optometrists are licensed to treat eye diseases with pharmaceuticals. As part of the primary healthcare team, doctors of optometry work with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate eye and systemic health.
Our Frequent Questions fit into the following categories. Please explore them, and if you have any further questions, feel free to contact the Missouri Optometric Association with your questions.
