title: What is the proper integration of optometry and ophthalmology?
abstract: The delivery of health care services in America today utilizes a variety of approaches based on many economic, political and social factors. The current health care system is coming under significant review and criticism. Many options are being considered and recommended. This paper addresses possible changes in the delivery of eye care, specifically the relationship between the professions of optometry and ophthalmology, that may be needed in the future.
authors.forename: S C
authors.initials: SC
authors.lastname: Miller
mesh_terms: D003695:Delivery of Health Care; D005128:Eye Diseases / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D007400:Interprofessional Relations; D009310:National Health Insurance, United States; D009885:Ophthalmology; D009907:Optometry; D014481:United States