oculista
1. A medical professional who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases and disorders
The oculist prescribed new glasses for my vision correction.
O oculista prescreveu novos óculos para a correção da minha visão.
2. A physician specializing in ophthalmology; an eye doctor
I have an appointment with an oculist next Tuesday.
Tenho uma consulta com um oculista na próxima terça-feira.
In Brazil, 'oculista' is the traditional and commonly used term for an eye care professional, though 'oftalmologista' (ophthalmologist) is gaining usage, particularly among younger professionals and in urban centers. In the United States, 'oculist' is somewhat dated; modern practitioners prefer 'ophthalmologist' or 'optometrist' depending on their qualifications.
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