A patient may present with an oculo-visual problem which doesn’t clearly fit in any of the preceding categories. Also, for some patients it may simply be easier to describe the symptoms in a referral letter rather than trying to fit the complaint to the ophthalmologist as prescribed by this guide. If the symptom(s) is/are of a nature not felt to be visually threatening, an optometrist may be able to provide a definitive assessment and management plan. Otherwise, worrisome symptoms should be addressed by an ophthalmologist. (Optometrist role: consensus)
Ophthalmologists (not on-call) willing to see any symptomatic patient include:
Referral Types
