Doctor of Optometry

Doctor of Optometry is a program taught at Western University of Health Sciences, USA. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.

The Doctor of Optometry program at Western University of Health Sciences focuses on optometric rehabilitation, including neuro-optometry. It addresses visual and perceptual problems that result from brain injury, stroke, physical disability, or neurological illness. The program also emphasizes vision therapy and low vision rehabilitation, with care for vulnerable populations such as those with developmental disabilities.

The program prepares graduates for full scope optometric practice. Graduates are prepared to work in private or group practice, hospital-based settings, and community clinics, or other settings, with a focus on helping people improve their vision and maintain and restore their eye health.

The minimum requirements for admission in Doctor of Optometry at Western University of Health Sciences for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Western University of Health Sciences.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Western University of Health Sciences as pre-requiste for admission in Doctor of Optometry.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Please check detail of study units at https://westernu.edu/optometry/programs/doctor-of-optometry

• Private practice
• Group practice
• Hospital-based setting
• Community clinics

80 fully funded scholarships are listed for USA. See USA scholarships.