Find an Ophthalmologist in South Dakota right for you.

Ophthalmologists (MD) are Eye Doctors specializing in the medical and surgical care of eyes. In South Dakota, there are around 40^* actively practicing. Regular responsibilities of an Ophthalmologist include:

• Performing eye surgery
• Diagnosis and treatment of medical eye disorders
• Prescribing Glasses and Contact Lenses
• Prevention of eye disease and injury

Eye diseases Ophthalmologists commonly treat:

Cataracts

Cataracts cause a milky opacity in the lens of the eye, obstructing the vision of around 14,300^* people in South Dakota. South Dakota Ophthalmologists diagnose almost 1,040^* new cases of cataracts each year. 1,350,000 cataract extractions are performed by ophthalmologists across the country each year.

Cornea, eye surface, and external eye disease

About 25,999^* office visits for corneal problems are held each year by Ophthalmologists in South Dakota. About 10,400^* residents of South Dakota have their sight impaired by corneal dystrophies. 44,000 sight-restoring corneal transplants occur each year nation wide.

Glaucoma

60 million Americans, about 155,996^* in South Dakota, are at risk for developing this optic nerve disease. Roughly 7,800^* glaucoma-related office visits are made to doctors in South Dakota each year. It's estimated that 5,980^* people in South Dakota are visually impaired by glaucoma; as many as 2,600^* more have the disease but are unaware of it. 5,500 people nation wide become blind each year from the disease.

Eye trauma

The term Eye Trauma refers to any physical or chemical injuries to the eye. In South Dakota as many as 2,748^* eye injuries are reported every year, and over a million are reported nation wide.

Ocular oncology

Ocular oncology is the study and diagnosis of cancer growth and tumors of the eye. It is estimated that in the US alone, 2,340 new cases of eye cancer will develop in 2007. Removing tumors from the eye requires coordination between the ophthalmologist, cancer specialist, radiation specialist, general physician, and a team of support staff and nurses.

Oculoplastics

Also refered to as cosmetic or plastic surgery, oculoplastic procedures include reconstruction of the eye, eye socket, tear ducts, and surrounding facial areas. Reconstructive eye surgery has become the most popular elective surgery by women over 50. In 2006, about 230,000 were done across the country, 84% of those surgeries,were performed on women. In South Dakota that would equal 598^* operations on 502^* women and only 96^* on men.

Ophthalmic pathology

Pathology is the study and diagnosis of disease through examination of organs, tissues, cells, and bodily fluids. Pathologists' research develops into scientific advances to improve the accuracy and efficiency of medical diagnosis and treatment.

Refractive surgery

Commonly known as LASIK, this is a surgical procedure used to improve the refractive state of the eye and decrease dependency on glasses or contact lenses. Last year 1,400,000 Americans under went LASIK surgery, 54% men and 46% women. In SD that would equal 1,966^* Men and 1,674^* Women.

Strabismus (squint)

Strabismus is the condition where the eyes are misaligned. Different types of strabismus include crossed eyes, out-turned eyes, or vertical misalignment. The problem may be present intermittently or constantly. Treatment options depend upon the type of strabismus, and may include glasses or contact lenses, and/or surgery.

Pediatric Ophthalmology

Pediatric ophthalmology is a subspecialty of ophthalmology dealing with children's eye diseases. These conditions include amblyopia (lazy eye), pediatric glaucoma, retinoblastoma (the third most prevalent form of cancer in children) and of course strabismus.

^* This data has been compiled from multiple government and commercial sources. Figures shown for South Dakota Ophthalmologist and Ophthalmology are estimates based upon general statistical analysis and averages amongst the American population.

Ophthalmologist Training

In the United States, in order to become an ophthalmologist, one must have completed four years of college, four years of medical school and four to five years of additional specialized training. Certification by the American Board of Ophthalmology is the last step in a long and intensive educational experience designed to assure quality eye care for the American people.

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Search Tips for an Ophthalmologist in South Dakota

If you decide to consult a South Dakota Ophthalmologist close to you, try a search using one of these South Dakota area ZIP Codes:

Sioux Falls, SD

57103, 57104, 57105, 57106, 57107, 57108, 57110

Rapid City, SD

57701, 57702, 57703

Aberdeen, SD

57401

Watertown, SD

57201

Brookings, SD

57006

Mitchell, SD

57301

Pierre, SD

57501

Yankton, SD

57078

Huron, SD

57350

Vermillion, SD

57069

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