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LeeAnn Barrett, O.D.
Executive Director
Missouri Optometric Association
100 E. High Street
Suite 301
Jefferson City, MO
65101
P: 573/635-6151
F: 573/635-7989
info@moeyecare.org
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Careers in Optometry
Q: What educational requirements are needed to become an optometrist?
A: Most Optometrists complete a four-year bachelor's degree before beginning the four-year program leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. About 10% complete an additional resident or post-graduate program in a particular area of interest.
Q: Who are paraoptometrics?
A: Paraoptometrics are allied health personnel who extend the optometrist's capabilities by assuming routine and technical aspects of vision care services. Paraoptometrics are to optometrists what paralegals are to lawyers.
Q: Where do optometrists practice?
A: Optometrists practice in the vast majority of Missouri's counties. In a state where there is a shortage of primary health care providers, doctors of optometry are helping fill a need. Thousands of Missourians are able to access their primary eye care locally, saving them needless suffering and the expense and burden of traveling many miles to see a more distant eye care professional. Because optometrists provide excellent primary eye care services and are well-positioned geographically, they should be a part of any eye and vision care plan.
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