Optometrist or Ophthalmologist - Franklin

Every Optometrist and Ophthalmologist in Franklin is a certified eye specialist and both are commonly referred to by the title "Eye Doctor."  These similarities are a source of the common confusion between the two positions. 

Dr. Neiber is a licensed optometrist in Franklin.   An optometrist is a Doctor of Optometry and is certified to provide eye care, but is different than a medical doctor like an ophthalmologist.   A Doctor of Optometry degree (OD) requires 4 years of postgraduate education in a college of optometry, and many optometrists also complete a residency (on site training).

As an optometrist, Dr. Neiber is certified to provide many primary eye care services to the Franklin area.   This includes eye exams, treatment of common eye conditions and diseases as well the prescription of contact lenses, glasses and certain medications.

Ophthalmologist - Franklin, TN

Each ophthalmologist in Franklin is a Doctor of Medicine (MD) who specializes in eye care.   After medical school, an ophthalmologist needs to complete a single year of internship and three years of residency training in order to practice ophthalmology in Franklin, TN.  Ophthalmologists receive a broader medical education and may treat more severe eye conditions - only ophthalmologists are licensed to perform invasive surgery of the eye.

If you're looking for an ophthalmologist in Franklin, Dr. Neiber can help refer you to the perfect doctor for your needs. Dr Nieber works with some of the best ophthalmologists in the world for both pre-op, and post operative care.

At Dr. Stuart Nieber and Associates we provide co-management with your ophthalmologist in Franklin for all your eye care needs.