Are you one of the many people who are confused about the difference between optometrist and ophthalmologist? You might think the terms are interchangeable and generally mean “eye doctor.” That’s far from the truth – the two kinds of eye care professionals are, in fact, very different.

You may remember the popular TV series, “The Six Million Dollar Man.” Col. Steve Austin, played by actor Lee Majors, was an astronaut severely injured in a crash. Through the miracles of technology, Austin was “rebuilt.”  Bionic implants in his right arm, legs, and left eye resulted in superior strength, speed and vision, earning him the moniker “The Bionic Man.”  It’s hard not to fantasize about the experience!