What is a sub-specialist?
A sub-specialist is an ophthalmologist who undergoes additional training of 1-2 years following the completion of his/her residency, to gain additional clinical skills and experience within a specified area of the broader field of ophthalmology. This typically entails caring for individuals with more severe, more complicated, and less common ophthalmic problems. The following are subspecialties in Ophthalmology: Cornea and External Disease: This sub specialty involves the diagnosis and management of diseases of the cornea, sclera, conjunctiva and eyelids, including corneal dystrophies, microbial infections, conjunctival and corneal tumors, inflammatory processes and anterior ocular manifestations of systemic diseases. Training in this area frequently includes corneal transplant surgery and corneal surgery to correct refractive errors. Glaucoma: This sub specialty includes the treatment of glaucoma and other disorders that may cause optic nerve damage by increasing intraocular pressure.
