An orthoptist is an allied healthcare professional who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders related to eye movements, binocular vision, and visual function. They work with patients of all ages, from infants to the elderly. They assess, diagnose and manage conditions that affect visual development and binocular function such as eye misalignment,
eye movement control, amblyopia, and more. They function under the direction of a supervising physician as a mid-level provider and are primarily found in a pediatric and neuro-ophthalmology clinics. Orthoptists’ educational background is extensive, and therefore they have high levels of clinical responsibility and complex diagnostic and therapeutic skills.