The 13 states allowing optometrists to perform eyelid surgery
Becker's Healthcare January 6, 2025
While ophthalmologists are able to perform any surgeries within the scope of eye care, optometrists, who are not credentialed as MDs, have a more limited scope of practice.
In 2024, a few key states considered loosening practice restrictions for optometrists, allowing ODs to perform certain minor procedures.
Here are 13 states that currently allow optometrists to perform eyelid surgeries, according to...