How Orthoptists help your eyes work together

For Bradie Thoumsavanh, an Orthoptist at the Eye Care Centre at Saskatoon City Hospital, explaining what she does for work often comes with a few questions. Orthoptists work alongside Ophthalmologists to diagnose and treat disorders related to eye movement and how the eyes work together.

Orthoptists see both pediatric and adult patients, treating conditions such as strabismus, which is the misalignment of the eyes, and double vision. Treating these conditions can make a significant impact on a patient’s day-to-day life, improving depth perception, visual function, and overall quality of life.

Orthoptists play an important role in patient care, helping people better navigate everyday activities like reading, driving, working, and learning. Through specialized assessment and treatment, they help improve not only vision, but patients’ comfort and confidence in their daily lives.