Look after your eyes - they're the only ones you've got
Optometrists are the eye specialists on the high street.
If you are worried about your eyes, the best thing you can do is to visit your local optometrist, who will give your eyes a full examination.
The College of Optometrists is the professional, scientific and examining body for optometry in the UK, working for the public benefit.
We work to keep standards of optometry high. We give the government, optometrists and other healthcare professionals the clinical evidence they need to make the right decisions about the nation's eye health. We also support our members, so they can give you the best possible eye care.
An optometrist who is a member of the College is committed to good practice and professional development. You can tell if an optometrist is a member - look for the letters MCOptom or FCOptom after their names.
Patient information leaflets
We have developed a set of patient information leaflets to give straightforward advice about some common eye problems: cataracts, macular degeneration, floaters and flashers, and blepharitis (eyelid problems). If you would like to download the leaflets, this link will transfer you to the College website where you can download the pdfs for free.
