Ocularists The Less Known Mid Eye Care Professionals And Their Contribution In Eye Health Care

Ocularists are ophthalmic technicians usually working at oculoplastics departments in tertiary eye hospitals. They prepare, provide, fit and maintain ocular or orbital prosthesis. Improving the esthetics of eye and face improves the patient's personality, self-confidence, self-esteem, and health-related quality of life. Hence, their contribution as team-member of the oculoplasty department is significant. Ocularists work with patients with congenital anomalies of the orbit/eye and individuals who have undergone removal of the globe due to trauma, tumor, or painful blinding disease. This brief communication will outline some of their job responsibilities, interaction with patients, scope of duties, and providing modern eye care.