# Ophthalmology

Skill · Healthcare and Medical

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Ophthalmology is the medical and surgical specialty focused on diagnosing and treating diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system, including conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration. Ophthalmologists are physicians who complete medical school and specialized residency training, and they perform surgeries such as cataract removal and LASIK in addition to prescribing corrective lenses and medications. The field combines medical treatment with intricate microsurgery to preserve and restore vision.

## Roles that use Ophthalmology

- [Executive Director](https://career.thegoodapps.co/occupations/executive-director) — 1

## Open roles requiring Ophthalmology (1)

- [Executive Director, Clinical Science, Ophthalmology & Neuroscience](https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/aaf541da-c26c-4e20-ac8f-e8cd4f4c9abe/executive-director-clinical-science-ophthalmology-neuroscience-at-merck) at [Merck](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/merck) — $255,800 – $402,700