ophthalmology

[/ˌɑːfθælˈmɑːlədʒi/ (US) /ˌɒfθælˈmɒlədʒi/ (UK)]
nounfeminine
oftalmologia
1. The branch of medicine that deals with the anatomy, physiology, and diseases of the eye and the visual system
She decided to specialize in ophthalmology after completing her medical degree.
Ela decidiu se especializar em oftalmologia após completar seu diploma de medicina.
2. The medical study and treatment of eye disorders and vision problems
Modern ophthalmology has made significant advances in cataract surgery.
A oftalmologia moderna fez avanços significativos na cirurgia de catarata.
Ophthalmology is a highly respected medical specialty in both American and Brazilian healthcare systems. In Brazil, as in the US, ophthalmologists (oftalmologistas) are medical doctors who perform surgical procedures and treat diseases, distinct from optometrists (optometristas) who perform eye exams and prescribe glasses. Regular eye exams are increasingly emphasized in public health campaigns in Brazil.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
eye medicineoculistics

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
oftalmologia
Standard term used throughout Brazil in medical and everyday contexts
Portugal
oftalmologia
Identical to Brazilian Portuguese; also sometimes called 'medicina oftalmológica' for emphasis
Medical Community
oftalmologia
Universally used in medical literature and professional settings across Portuguese-speaking countries

Related Words

ophthalmologistophthalmicoptometryopticiancornearetinacataractglaucoma

Related Idioms & Phrases

an eye for detail (related to vision/observation)
get one's eyes checked (related to eye care)
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