Optometrists are highly skilled professionals with extensive training in their field. To better serve their patients, they should have the opportunity to expand their scope of practice. Enabling optometrists to utilize lasers in their practices, after rigorous training and certification, can lead to several benefits:

• Improved patient care: Patients can receive immediate and effective treatment, reducing wait times and healthcare costs.
• Enhanced efficiency: Optometrists can offer a wider range of services, streamlining the patient experience.

By empowering optometrists with advanced tools, we can ultimately enhance patient outcomes and optimize healthcare delivery.