Whats the difference between an OD and an MD PA FACS when seeking a doctor to give an eye exam?
Q. Is one better or more qualified than the other if all I'm seeking is a glasses and contacts prescription?
A. OD- Optometrist. Does eye exams, prescribes contact lenses, or glasses. Checks the general health of your eye.
MD- Medical doctor. Opthalmic surgeon. Does corrective surgery eg lasik, cateracts etc. Invasive proceedures.
You need the OD for a routine eye test. They have the necessary qualifications for this. An opthalmologist doesn't get involved with prescriptions unless you have an ongoing eye condition like keritokonus which needs regular surgical management.
MD- Medical doctor. Opthalmic surgeon. Does corrective surgery eg lasik, cateracts etc. Invasive proceedures.
You need the OD for a routine eye test. They have the necessary qualifications for this. An opthalmologist doesn't get involved with prescriptions unless you have an ongoing eye condition like keritokonus which needs regular surgical management.
Would I be a good candidate for Lasik eye surgery?
Q. my left eye has almost perfect vision. my right eye, however, is half blind. (my doc said that if i ever lost my left eye i'd be considered legally blind, although i'd still be able to see a little).
anyway, my right eye has a pretty bad astigmatism. my cornea is healthy and i'd only have to get one eye done.
i'd have to wait 3 years anyway, though.
but i'm not sure what the other qualifications are for lasik, so do you think i qualify?
thanks!
anyway, my right eye has a pretty bad astigmatism. my cornea is healthy and i'd only have to get one eye done.
i'd have to wait 3 years anyway, though.
but i'm not sure what the other qualifications are for lasik, so do you think i qualify?
thanks!
A. That is something that only an ophthalmologist can answer you at the time you go for a consultation at a laser eye clinic.
Corneal thickness, tear flow, are a couple of other things that have to be measured , as well as your corneal health at the time, as well as the correction you need.
Corneal thickness, tear flow, are a couple of other things that have to be measured , as well as your corneal health at the time, as well as the correction you need.
What happens at the Lasik consultation?
Q. When my prescription is bad, as in its blurry from a distance. I am going in for a Lasik consultation and I'm wondering if they test your vision there and can perfect it in one sitting.
My eyedoctor has given me a off prescription
My eyedoctor has given me a off prescription
A. The goal of a LASIK consultation is to determine your prescription and determine if you meet the qualifications to have LASIK surgery (your eyes are healthy, if you have any conditions that might interfere with healing after surgery, if your cornea is thick enough to be lasered, etc.).
Your initial surgery will attempt to correct your vision to 20/20. The more extreme your prescription is, the more likely it is that you will not achieve 20/20 vision. The odds can be improved if you undergo a custom LASIK procedure. You may also be told during your consultation that you're not an ideal candidate for LASIK, but rather a PRK procedure would best correct your vision. For more information about the LASIK procedure, other refractive surgery options, possible risks and complications and how much you should expect to pay, check out the guide in my source section.
Your initial surgery will attempt to correct your vision to 20/20. The more extreme your prescription is, the more likely it is that you will not achieve 20/20 vision. The odds can be improved if you undergo a custom LASIK procedure. You may also be told during your consultation that you're not an ideal candidate for LASIK, but rather a PRK procedure would best correct your vision. For more information about the LASIK procedure, other refractive surgery options, possible risks and complications and how much you should expect to pay, check out the guide in my source section.
What is the best degree to get to be a secret service agent.?
Q.
A. http://www.secretservice.gov/faq.shtml#faq27
Do I need a college degree to work with the Secret Service?
Each position has different entry level qualifications and/or education requirements. Specific requirements are listed in individual vacancy announcements.
http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/Search.aspx?q=&jbf574=HSAD&jbf522=&salmin=&salmax=&paygrademin=&paygrademax=&fedemp=Y&tm=&sort=rv&vw=d&ss=0&brd=3876&fedpub=Y&caller=%2Fagency_search.asp&submit1.x=88&submit1.y=15
http://jobview.usajobs.gov/getjob.aspx?JobID=81270011&jbf574=HSAD&fedemp=Y&sort=rv&vw=d&ss=0&brd=3876&fedpub=Y&caller=%2fagency_search.asp&submit1.x=88&submit1.y=15&AVSDM=2009-05-30+00%3a03%3a00&rc=3&TabNum=1
MAJOR DUTIES:
Uniformed Division Officers are responsible for:
* Providing protection for the United States President, Vice President, President-elect, Vice President-elect, their immediate families, former Presidents, their spouses and minor children until age 16, visiting foreign heads of states/governments, their accompanying spouses, major Presidential and Vice Presidential candidates, their spouses, and others designated by law.
* Providing protection for The White House Complex, The Vice President's Residence, The Main Treasury Building and Annex, and foreign diplomatic missions and embassies in the Washington, D.C. area.
* Traveling in support of the Presidential, Vice Presidential, and foreign heads of state/government missions.
* Enforcing mandated protective responsibilities as described under Title 3, United States Code, Section 202.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
In order for your application to be considered, you must meet the following requirements:
* Be between the ages of 21 and less than 40 at the time of appointment (unless you have previous service in a Federal Civilian Law Enforcement position covered by special civil service retirement provisions, including early or mandatory retirement or are a veteran);
* Possess a high school diploma or certificate of equivalency;
* Possess a current valid driver's license; AND
* Possess visual acuity no worse than 20/60 uncorrected, correctable to 20/20 in each eye. (Note: Lasik, ALK, RK, and PRK corrective eye surgeries are acceptable eye surgeries for Uniformed Division Officer applicants. Applicants will be considered eligible for the Uniformed Division Officer position provided specific visual tests are passed. The following are waiting periods for visual tests: Lasik-3 months after surgery, PRK-6 months after surgery, and ALK and RK-one year after surgery. NOTE: The waiting period must have passed in order for you to apply to this vacancy announcement.
Conditions of Employment
If selected for this position, you will be required to:
* Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
* Submit to a polygraph examination prior to your appointment.
* Possess a valid state motor vehicle operator's license upon appointment and maintain a valid license while you occupy the position.
* Obtain and maintain a top secret clearance. Completion of a full field investigation is required before appointment.
* Carry and use a firearm. Maintaining firearm proficiency is also mandatory. You will be ineligible to occupy this position if at any time you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, unless you received a pardon or your conviction was expunged or set aside.
* Complete 12 weeks of intensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Glynco, GA and 13 weeks of specialized training at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, MD. Failure to pass the training program on the first attempt will result in separation from the Secret Service.
* Complete a pre-employment medical examination (including vision, hearing, cardiovascular and mobility of extremities) by an authorized Government physician and be determined physically fit to perform strenuous and physically demanding duties. You will be required to undergo regular physical examinations and to maintain a level of physical fitness in accordance with the standards and policies of this agency.
* Certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so, if you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Your application will be rated on the extent and quality of your
experience, education and training relevant to the duties of the
position. A score will automatically be calculated based on your
answers to the vacancy specific questions. All answers provided in the online process must be substantiated by your resume. If, upon review, it is determined that your resume, essay responses, and/or supporting documents do not support your answer choices, your application will not be considered and you will be deemed ineligible.
Applicants who meet
Do I need a college degree to work with the Secret Service?
Each position has different entry level qualifications and/or education requirements. Specific requirements are listed in individual vacancy announcements.
http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/Search.aspx?q=&jbf574=HSAD&jbf522=&salmin=&salmax=&paygrademin=&paygrademax=&fedemp=Y&tm=&sort=rv&vw=d&ss=0&brd=3876&fedpub=Y&caller=%2Fagency_search.asp&submit1.x=88&submit1.y=15
http://jobview.usajobs.gov/getjob.aspx?JobID=81270011&jbf574=HSAD&fedemp=Y&sort=rv&vw=d&ss=0&brd=3876&fedpub=Y&caller=%2fagency_search.asp&submit1.x=88&submit1.y=15&AVSDM=2009-05-30+00%3a03%3a00&rc=3&TabNum=1
MAJOR DUTIES:
Uniformed Division Officers are responsible for:
* Providing protection for the United States President, Vice President, President-elect, Vice President-elect, their immediate families, former Presidents, their spouses and minor children until age 16, visiting foreign heads of states/governments, their accompanying spouses, major Presidential and Vice Presidential candidates, their spouses, and others designated by law.
* Providing protection for The White House Complex, The Vice President's Residence, The Main Treasury Building and Annex, and foreign diplomatic missions and embassies in the Washington, D.C. area.
* Traveling in support of the Presidential, Vice Presidential, and foreign heads of state/government missions.
* Enforcing mandated protective responsibilities as described under Title 3, United States Code, Section 202.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
In order for your application to be considered, you must meet the following requirements:
* Be between the ages of 21 and less than 40 at the time of appointment (unless you have previous service in a Federal Civilian Law Enforcement position covered by special civil service retirement provisions, including early or mandatory retirement or are a veteran);
* Possess a high school diploma or certificate of equivalency;
* Possess a current valid driver's license; AND
* Possess visual acuity no worse than 20/60 uncorrected, correctable to 20/20 in each eye. (Note: Lasik, ALK, RK, and PRK corrective eye surgeries are acceptable eye surgeries for Uniformed Division Officer applicants. Applicants will be considered eligible for the Uniformed Division Officer position provided specific visual tests are passed. The following are waiting periods for visual tests: Lasik-3 months after surgery, PRK-6 months after surgery, and ALK and RK-one year after surgery. NOTE: The waiting period must have passed in order for you to apply to this vacancy announcement.
Conditions of Employment
If selected for this position, you will be required to:
* Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
* Submit to a polygraph examination prior to your appointment.
* Possess a valid state motor vehicle operator's license upon appointment and maintain a valid license while you occupy the position.
* Obtain and maintain a top secret clearance. Completion of a full field investigation is required before appointment.
* Carry and use a firearm. Maintaining firearm proficiency is also mandatory. You will be ineligible to occupy this position if at any time you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, unless you received a pardon or your conviction was expunged or set aside.
* Complete 12 weeks of intensive training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Glynco, GA and 13 weeks of specialized training at the James J. Rowley Training Center in Laurel, MD. Failure to pass the training program on the first attempt will result in separation from the Secret Service.
* Complete a pre-employment medical examination (including vision, hearing, cardiovascular and mobility of extremities) by an authorized Government physician and be determined physically fit to perform strenuous and physically demanding duties. You will be required to undergo regular physical examinations and to maintain a level of physical fitness in accordance with the standards and policies of this agency.
* Certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so, if you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Your application will be rated on the extent and quality of your
experience, education and training relevant to the duties of the
position. A score will automatically be calculated based on your
answers to the vacancy specific questions. All answers provided in the online process must be substantiated by your resume. If, upon review, it is determined that your resume, essay responses, and/or supporting documents do not support your answer choices, your application will not be considered and you will be deemed ineligible.
Applicants who meet
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