Optometry: Open Access
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The Evolution of Clinical Optometry

Received Date: Jan 02, 2024 / Accepted Date: Jan 31, 2024 / Published Date: Jan 31, 2024

Citation: Collar V (2024) The Evolution of Clinical Optometry. Optom Open Access 9: 236.DOI: 10.4172/2476-2075.1000236

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Copyright: © 2024 Collar V. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.

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This abstract offers an overview of the transformation of clinical optometry from its origins to its current state as
a sophisticated healthcare discipline. Tracing the historical trajectory of the profession, it highlights key milestones,
including the establishment of formal training programs, advancements in diagnostic technologies, and the expanding
scope of practice for optometrists. The abstract also emphasizes the role of technology in driving innovation and
shaping modern optometric practice, with a focus on emerging trends such as teleoptometry and artificial intelligence.
Through a combination of historical context and future outlook, this abstract provides a comprehensive understanding
of the evolution of clinical optometry and its enduring commitment to excellence in eye care.

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