Interprofessional optometry.
A recent trend has arisen that calls for the joint practice of optometry and ophthalmology. The optometrist provides expertise in the optical management of ocular disorders. This trend is advantageous to the patient that would normally be limited to ophthalmological eye care. There is a growing need for optometrists to practice in this manner; i.e., interprofessional optometry.
D006801:Humans; D007400:Interprofessional Relations; D009885:Ophthalmology / Q000592:standards* / Q000639:trends; D009907:Optometry / Q000592:standards* / Q000639:trends