Ophthalmologists provide medical and/or surgical treatment of eye diseases, give diabetic eye care and perform cataract surgery. Cayman is lucky to have a number of eye care experts to assist with simple and complex needs.
Ophthalmologists can do what Optometrists can, but are also licensed medical doctors who have attended medical school and undertaken residencies in ophthalmology departments. They can practice medicine and perform complex eye surgeries as well as prescribe and fit glasses and contact lenses to correct vision problems.
The following is a list of clinics and doctors in the Cayman Islands that can provide services related to the practice of ophthalmology: