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by peteretep 10y ago
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Not a doctor
- madengr 10y agoYou mean physician. An optometrist typically has a Doctor of Optometry degree. One can argue if that's really a Dr. (I'd say it more like an MS), but nonetheless they could be called Dr. They also write prescriptions for lenses. An optician fits the glasses, which is more like the technician.
- opo 10y agoAn optometry program lasts four years, so that is equivalent to the schooling needed for an MD. (After schooling there is a state and national examination in order to get the license.)