An eye specialist, also known as an ophthalmologist, is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of conditions and diseases of the eye. Ophthalmologists are trained to perform a wide range of medical and surgical procedures related to the eye, including prescribing eyeglasses or contact lenses, diagnosing and treating glaucoma, and performing cataract surgery. https://kanadhospital.org/services/ophthalmology-eye-clinic/