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Our highly qualified and skilled ophthalmologist diagnose eye diseases and vision problems, offering effective surgical solutions. We also have certified ophthalmic technicians with a combined 40 years of experience with Midwest Eye Care. Our staff is full of caring individuals all dedicated to helping you keep your vision in focus. Get to know our professionals by stopping by our Pekin location, or simply read more about our team in this section.
What is Ophthalmology?
Ophthalmology is a branch of medicine specializing in the anatomy, function and diseases of the eye.
What is an Eye M.D. (Ophthalmologist)?
An Eye M.D. is an ophthalmologist, a medical doctor who specializes in eye and vision care. Eye M.D.s are specially trained to provide the full spectrum of eye care, from prescribing glasses and contact lenses to complex and delicate eye surgery. Many Eye M.D.s are also involved in scientific research into the causes and cures for eye diseases and vision problems.
Education & Training
In addition to four years of medical school and one year of internship, every Eye M.D. spends a minimum of three years of residency (hospital-based training) in ophthalmology. During residency, Eye M.D.s receive special training in all aspects of eye care, including prevention, diagnosis and medical and surgical treatment of eye conditions and diseases.
Often, an Eye M.D. spends an additional one to two years training in a subspecialty, that is, a specific area of eye care (for example, glaucoma or pediatric ophthalmology.)
Board Certification
Many (but not all) Eye M.D.s are board certified. A board certified Eye M.D. has passed a rigorous two-part examination given by the American Board of Ophthalmology designed to assess his/her knowledge, experience and skills
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