What is a Neuro-Ophthalmologist?

Neuro-Ophthalmologists take care of visual problems that are related to nervous system; that is, visual problems that do not come from the eyes themselves. Neuro-Ophthalmology, a sub-specialty of both neurology and Ophthalmology, requires specialized training and expertise in problem of the eyes, brain, nerves and muscles. Neuro-Ophthalmologists complete at least five years of clinical training after medical school and are usually board certified in Neurology, Ophthalmology or both.  Neuro-Ophthalmologists have the unique ability to evaluate patients from a Neurologic, Ophthalmologic and medical standpoint to diagnose and treat a wide variety of problems. Costly medical testing is often avoided by seeing a Neuro-Ophthalmologist.