Alberta Ophthalmologists Urge Province to Reverse Decision Expanding Optometrists’ Surgical Scope

Let optometrists wield lasers

Alberta joins 17 U.S. states that have given trained optometrists the green light to perform certain advanced procedures, giving patients eye care options.

Alberta ophthalmologists urge province to reverse decision expanding optometrists’ surgical scope

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Canada joins New Zealand in expanding optometrists’ surgical scope

Alberta will now allow qualified optometrists to perform certain minor, office-based surgical and laser procedures. Image: Vadim/stock.adobe.com.The provincial government in Alberta, Canada, has announced it will become the first in the country to allow qualified optometrists to perform certain minor, office-based surgical and laser procedures, with the changes taking effect on November 1. The expanded scope