Neuroscience & Neurological Disorders

Neuro-ophthalmology

Neuro-ophthalmology is a specialization of both neurology and ophthalmology that specializes in the treatment of visual abnormalities that are caused by the neurological system, rather than the eyes themselves. Vision-related functions occupy over half of the brain. Neuro-ophthalmologists are doctors who specialize in disorders involving the eyes, brain, nerves, and muscles. Following medical school, these doctors complete at least five years of clinical training and are usually board-certified in neurology, ophthalmology, or both. Neuro-ophthalmologists have the unique ability to assess patients from neurologic, ophthalmologic, and medical perspectives in order to diagnose and treat a wide range of issues.