Refractive Errors
Reviewed by the medical team of El Doctor Editorial policy
Refractive errors are alterations in the way the eye focuses light, which makes images look blurry. They include conditions as common as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
How they show up: blurry vision far away or up close, eye strain, headache when straining to see, or the need to squint to focus.
When to check your vision? When you notice that you see blurry, have trouble reading, or feel frequent eye strain, an evaluation is advisable.
Who evaluates them? The ophthalmologist, a specialist in eye health, performs the vision exam and determines the type of error. When there are changes in vision, scheduling an eye exam is the most reliable way to take care of your sight.
Data on 740 doctors who treat refractive errors
Which specialist treats refractive errors?
Refractive errors (nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism) should be evaluated by an ophthalmologist. You can book with this specialist if you notice blurry vision up close or at a distance. A periodic checkup helps keep your prescription up to date.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in refractive errors
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Miguel López Vázquez
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. José Miguel López Zepeda
Dr. Patrick Pendavis Heksner
Dr. Juan Carlos Zepeda Vilagrana
Dr. Alfredo Delgado
Dr. Perla Santiago Garduza
Dr. José Augusto Ortíz Mortera
Dr. Ezequiel Diaz Benitez
Dr. Amadeo Cervantes López
Dr. Kuautemok Reyes Santos
Dr. Astrid Ordoñez Blanco
Dr. José Felipe Jaramillo Canales
Dr. Paulina Matesanz Hernandez
Dr. Jessica Serrano Aguilar
Dr. Bárbara Yañez Cubillos
Dr. Juan Pablo Espinosa
Dr. Jorge Gerardo Martínez Laredo
Dr. Jorge Rolando Reyes Velarde
Frequently asked questions
What is refractive errors?
Refractive errors are alterations in the way the eye focuses light, which makes images look blurry. They include conditions as common as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
Which doctor treats refractive errors?
Refractive errors (nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism) should be evaluated by an ophthalmologist. You can book with this specialist if you notice blurry vision up close or at a distance. A periodic checkup helps keep your prescription up to date.