oculistics
[/ˌɒkjʊˈlɪstɪks/]
noun
oftalmologia
1. The branch of medicine and science dealing with the structure, function, and diseases of the eye; the study and practice of optometry and ophthalmology
Advances in oculistics have made it possible to correct vision problems that were once considered permanent.
Os avanços na oftalmologia tornaram possível corrigir problemas de visão que antes eram considerados permanentes.
2. The professional practice or techniques related to eye care and vision correction
She specialized in oculistics and opened her own eye care clinic.
Ela se especializou em oftalmologia e abriu sua própria clínica de cuidados oculares.
While 'oculistics' is a valid English term, it is considered somewhat dated or technical. In both Brazilian and American contexts, the terms 'ophthalmology' (medical treatment of eye diseases) and 'optometry' (vision correction and eye exams) are more commonly used in professional and clinical settings. The Portuguese equivalent 'oftalmologia' is the standard medical terminology used in Brazil and Portugal.
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